The best times to visit Ashland for ideal weather are

May 28th to September 23rd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Ashland Travel Info

Weather in Ashland

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ashland vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 35th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Ashland, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 81.6°F (27.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 55.8°F (13.2°C) at night.

Ashland Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ashland Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Ashland Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ashland Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ashland Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 22.8 13.9 5.3
Feb 25.4 15.6 6.4
Mar 41 29.5 19.4
Apr 51.9 39.7 29.2
May 66 51.6 39.3
Jun 74.3 60.8 49
Jul 80.6 67.6 55
Aug 78.9 66 54.1
Sep 71 58 46.6
Oct 56.7 45.8 36.3
Nov 42.5 33.3 25
Dec 27.2 19.8 11.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -5.1 -10.1 -14.8
Feb -3.7 -9.1 -14.2
Mar 5 -1.4 -7
Apr 11.1 4.3 -1.6
May 18.9 10.9 4.1
Jun 23.5 16 9.4
Jul 27 19.8 12.8
Aug 26.1 18.9 12.3
Sep 21.7 14.4 8.1
Oct 13.7 7.7 2.4
Nov 5.8 0.7 -3.9
Dec -2.7 -6.8 -11.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ashland are February, January, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January and early February. For example, on the week of January 29th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Ashland? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Ashland.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ashland (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 3% 0 0.4
Feb 2% 0 0.2
Mar 11% 0 0.9
Apr 19% 0 2.1
May 21% 0 3.7
Jun 26% 0 4.1
Jul 20% 0 3.1
Aug 21% 0 3.8
Sep 23% 0 2.7
Oct 22% 0 2.9
Nov 10% 0 1
Dec 10% 0 1.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 1
Feb 2 0 0.5
Mar 11 0 2.3
Apr 19 0 5.3
May 21 0 9.4
Jun 26 0 10.4
Jul 20 0 7.9
Aug 21 0 9.7
Sep 23 0 6.9
Oct 22 0 7.4
Nov 10 0 2.5
Dec 10 0 3.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Ashland has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (55.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (70.5%).

Wind in Ashland is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by February and January. April’s average wind speed of around 7.5 knots (8.6 MPH or 13.9 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 15.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ashland.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Feb 7.1 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Mar 6.7 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Apr 7.5 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
May 6.6 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Jun 5.4 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Aug 5.2 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Sep 5.7 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Oct 6.3 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Nov 6.6 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Dec 6.4 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62.4%
Feb 58.5%
Mar 56.6%
Apr 55.6%
May 58.1%
Jun 67.6%
Jul 65.5%
Aug 67.9%
Sep 68.9%
Oct 66.9%
Nov 64.5%
Dec 70.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ashland?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Ashland, WI, US is April, followed by June and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Ashland in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 54.2 in November means 54.2% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Ashland Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Ashland, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 74.5°F (23.6°C) and 32.1°F (0.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Ashland to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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