The best times to visit Boone for ideal weather are

April 30th to October 7th

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

 

 


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Weather in Boone

Temperature

Average temperatures in Boone vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd 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 Boone, 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 85.6°F (29.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 65.3°F (18.5°C) at night.

Boone Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Boone 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.

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Boone Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Boone 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 29.5 20.5 13
Feb 30.5 21.6 14.5
Mar 48 37.6 29.9
Apr 61.2 49.1 39.7
May 73.2 61.4 51.6
Jun 81 70.6 61.6
Jul 84.1 73.7 64.4
Aug 82.4 72.1 63.1
Sep 76.5 64.5 54.9
Oct 62.6 51.7 42.9
Nov 48.7 38.8 31.1
Dec 33 25.2 18.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -1.4 -6.4 -10.6
Feb -0.8 -5.8 -9.7
Mar 8.9 3.1 -1.2
Apr 16.2 9.5 4.3
May 22.9 16.3 10.9
Jun 27.2 21.4 16.4
Jul 28.9 23.2 18
Aug 28 22.3 17.3
Sep 24.7 18.1 12.7
Oct 17 10.9 6.1
Nov 9.3 3.8 -0.5
Dec 0.6 -3.8 -7.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Boone are January, December, 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 early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid April with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of April 16th.

When can you find snow in Boone? 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 Boone.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Boone (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 1% 0 0.1
Feb 5% 0 0.5
Mar 5% 0 0.8
Apr 14% 0 2.7
May 10% 0 2.1
Jun 11% 0 1.5
Jul 5% 0 1.1
Aug 6% 0 1.2
Sep 5% 0 0.7
Oct 4% 0 0.5
Nov 3% 0 0.6
Dec 3% 0 0.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0.3
Feb 5 0 1.3
Mar 5 0 2
Apr 14 0 6.9
May 10 0 5.3
Jun 11 0 3.8
Jul 5 0 2.8
Aug 6 0 3
Sep 5 0 1.8
Oct 4 0 1.3
Nov 3 0 1.5
Dec 3 0 0.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Boone has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (55% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (74%).

Wind in Boone is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by March and May. April’s average wind speed of around 10.6 knots (12.2 MPH or 19.6 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 May where average top sustained speeds reach 19.6 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9.4 Gentle breeze 17 Strong breeze
Feb 9.4 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
Mar 9.8 Gentle breeze 17.4 Strong breeze
Apr 10.6 Gentle breeze 18.9 Strong breeze
May 9.7 Gentle breeze 18.3 Strong breeze
Jun 7.5 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 13.1 Strong breeze
Aug 5.4 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Sep 6.4 Light breeze 13.3 Strong breeze
Oct 8.4 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Nov 9.5 Gentle breeze 16.7 Strong breeze
Dec 9 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66.6%
Feb 67.4%
Mar 65.2%
Apr 55.8%
May 55%
Jun 63.4%
Jul 66.4%
Aug 68.2%
Sep 61.7%
Oct 57.6%
Nov 61%
Dec 74%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Boone?

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 Boone, IA, US is June, followed by May and February. 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 Boone 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 48.4 in November means 48.4% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Boone Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 77.4°F (25.2°C) and 31.9°F (-0.1°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 moderate precipitation with 2 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Boone, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 78.8°F (26°C) and 40°F (4.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 2 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 Boone to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 0 to 2 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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