The best times to visit Bow for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 30th

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

 

 


Other Bow Travel Info

Weather in Bow

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bow vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 18th 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 Bow, 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 86.9°F (30.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 58°F (14.4°C) at night.

Bow Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Bow 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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Bow Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Bow 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 33.9 22 10.9
Feb 35.8 23.7 11.5
Mar 45.8 33.2 21.3
Apr 61.7 46.2 31.8
May 74.1 58.1 43
Jun 79.2 65 51.7
Jul 85.2 71 57.6
Aug 83.4 68.7 54.7
Sep 76.9 61.4 47.8
Oct 63.8 49.5 36.9
Nov 51.5 38.4 27.1
Dec 39.9 29.1 19.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 1.1 -5.6 -11.7
Feb 2.1 -4.6 -11.4
Mar 7.7 0.7 -5.9
Apr 16.5 7.9 -0.1
May 23.4 14.5 6.1
Jun 26.2 18.3 10.9
Jul 29.6 21.7 14.2
Aug 28.6 20.4 12.6
Sep 24.9 16.3 8.8
Oct 17.7 9.7 2.7
Nov 10.8 3.6 -2.7
Dec 4.4 -1.6 -7.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bow are September, August, 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 mid to late September. For example, on the week of September 17th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Bow? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Bow is often around around February 12th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Bow.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Bow (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 23% 9.8 2.8
Feb 22% 16.7 3.4
Mar 24% 16.3 3.7
Apr 22% 7.8 3.8
May 25% 0 3.2
Jun 29% 0 4.8
Jul 26% 0 4.9
Aug 20% 0 4.3
Sep 20% 0 3.9
Oct 27% 9.1 4.8
Nov 21% 4.5 3
Dec 30% 6.8 4.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 24.9 7.1
Feb 22 42.4 8.6
Mar 24 41.4 9.4
Apr 22 19.8 9.7
May 25 0 8.1
Jun 29 0 12.2
Jul 26 0 12.4
Aug 20 0 10.9
Sep 20 0 9.9
Oct 27 23.1 12.2
Nov 21 11.4 7.6
Dec 30 17.3 11.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Bow has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (46.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (66.3%).

Wind in Bow is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by March and April. February’s average wind speed of around 6.2 knots (7.1 MPH or 11.4 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 14.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.4 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Feb 6.2 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Mar 6.2 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Apr 5.8 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
May 4.8 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Jun 4.2 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Jul 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.7 Significant breeze
Aug 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.5 Significant breeze
Oct 4 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Nov 4.5 Light breeze 10.9 Significant breeze
Dec 5.1 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 56.2%
Feb 51.1%
Mar 49.2%
Apr 46.5%
May 52.3%
Jun 62.1%
Jul 63.2%
Aug 63.7%
Sep 66.3%
Oct 65.1%
Nov 59.5%
Dec 64.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bow?

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 Bow, NH, US is June, followed by August and September. 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 Bow 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 56.3 in November means 56.3% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Bow Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 36.8°F (2.7°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

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 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Bow, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 82.5°F (28.1°C) and 45.2°F (7.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 8 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 Bow to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 42.2°F (5.7°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 9 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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