The best times to visit Cambridge for ideal weather are

May 21st 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 Cambridge Travel Info

Weather in Cambridge

Temperature

Average temperatures in Cambridge 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 27th 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 Cambridge, 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 85.7°F (29.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.4°F (16.9°C) at night.

Cambridge Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Cambridge 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.

Cambridge Perceived Temperature (F)

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Cambridge Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Cambridge 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 28.8 19 9.4
Feb 30 20.2 10.6
Mar 47.2 35.1 24.3
Apr 60.5 47 34.9
May 73.5 60 46.7
Jun 81.1 69.2 56.9
Jul 84.5 73 60.4
Aug 83 70.8 58.8
Sep 76.5 62.7 50.1
Oct 63.3 50.9 39.3
Nov 48.9 38 28.1
Dec 34.3 25.4 16.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -1.8 -7.2 -12.6
Feb -1.1 -6.6 -11.9
Mar 8.4 1.7 -4.3
Apr 15.8 8.3 1.6
May 23.1 15.6 8.2
Jun 27.3 20.7 13.8
Jul 29.2 22.8 15.8
Aug 28.3 21.6 14.9
Sep 24.7 17.1 10.1
Oct 17.4 10.5 4.1
Nov 9.4 3.3 -2.2
Dec 1.3 -3.7 -8.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Cambridge are January, March, 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 late April with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of April 23rd.

When can you find snow in Cambridge? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Cambridge 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 Cambridge.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Cambridge (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 13% 5.1 1.2
Feb 18% 6.9 1.7
Mar 16% 4.7 2.5
Apr 26% 1.4 4.8
May 22% 0 3.9
Jun 26% 0 6.3
Jul 17% 0 4.3
Aug 20% 0 4.5
Sep 19% 0 3.2
Oct 19% 0 3
Nov 17% 1.6 1.9
Dec 23% 5.8 2.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 13 13 3
Feb 18 17.5 4.3
Mar 16 11.9 6.4
Apr 26 3.6 12.2
May 22 0 9.9
Jun 26 0 16
Jul 17 0 10.9
Aug 20 0 11.4
Sep 19 0 8.1
Oct 19 0 7.6
Nov 17 4.1 4.8
Dec 23 14.7 6.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Cambridge has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (51.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (70.3%).

Wind in Cambridge is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and November. April’s average wind speed of around 7.9 knots (9.1 MPH or 14.6 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 to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 15.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.3 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Mar 6.8 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Apr 7.9 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
May 6.8 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
Jun 5.6 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Jul 4.8 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Aug 4.5 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 5 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Oct 5.8 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Nov 6.8 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Dec 6.4 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62.7%
Feb 60.1%
Mar 56.6%
Apr 51.3%
May 52.4%
Jun 58.7%
Jul 58.8%
Aug 63.7%
Sep 62.6%
Oct 60.2%
Nov 60.9%
Dec 70.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Cambridge?

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 Cambridge, WI, US is March, followed by July and October. 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 Cambridge in December. 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 slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 63.1 in December means 63.1% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Cambridge Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 78.5°F (25.8°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 8 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 5 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Cambridge, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80°F (26.7°C) and 40.4°F (4.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 6 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Cambridge to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 7 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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