The best times to visit Conway for ideal weather are

March 26th to May 27th

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

 

 


Other Conway Travel Info

Weather in Conway

Temperature

Average temperatures in Conway vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 23rd 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 Conway, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 96.3°F (35.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.5°F (22.5°C) at night.

Conway Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Conway 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.

Conway Perceived Temperature (F)

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Conway Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Conway 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 51.6 39.2 29.1
Feb 54.4 42.3 32.1
Mar 65.9 53.3 42.3
Apr 74.8 61.8 50.2
May 82.2 70.3 59.5
Jun 91.8 79.9 69
Jul 93 81.1 70.7
Aug 93.2 80.6 70
Sep 86.3 73.3 62.7
Oct 75.7 61.4 49.9
Nov 64 50.8 39.8
Dec 54.4 42.9 33.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 10.9 4 -1.6
Feb 12.4 5.7 0.1
Mar 18.8 11.8 5.7
Apr 23.8 16.6 10.1
May 27.9 21.3 15.3
Jun 33.2 26.6 20.6
Jul 33.9 27.3 21.5
Aug 34 27 21.1
Sep 30.2 22.9 17.1
Oct 24.3 16.3 9.9
Nov 17.8 10.4 4.3
Dec 12.4 6.1 0.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Conway are June, January, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late September. For example, on the week of September 24th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid August with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of August 6th.

When can you find snow in Conway? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Conway is often around around January 15th 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 Conway.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Conway (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 14% 0 2.9
Feb 21% 1.7 3.9
Mar 24% 1.7 4.5
Apr 26% 0 5.8
May 24% 0 6.5
Jun 14% 0 2.7
Jul 21% 0 5.5
Aug 18% 0 4.2
Sep 16% 0 4.6
Oct 21% 0 4.5
Nov 20% 0 4.8
Dec 25% 4.4 6.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 14 0 7.4
Feb 21 4.3 9.9
Mar 24 4.3 11.4
Apr 26 0 14.7
May 24 0 16.5
Jun 14 0 6.9
Jul 21 0 14
Aug 18 0 10.7
Sep 16 0 11.7
Oct 21 0 11.4
Nov 20 0 12.2
Dec 25 11.2 16.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Conway has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is January (55.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (67.6%).

Wind in Conway is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’s average wind speed of around 5.8 knots (6.7 MPH or 10.8 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 late April where average top sustained speeds reach 13.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.1 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Feb 5.7 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Mar 5.8 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Apr 5.8 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
May 4.9 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Jun 4.5 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Jul 4 Light breeze 10.8 Significant breeze
Aug 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.7 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.8 Barely noticeable 9.7 Significant breeze
Oct 4 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.4 Light breeze 10.5 Significant breeze
Dec 4.7 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 55.9%
Feb 56.2%
Mar 59.2%
Apr 58.4%
May 65.2%
Jun 62.2%
Jul 64.2%
Aug 63.5%
Sep 64.7%
Oct 63.3%
Nov 60.7%
Dec 67.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Conway?

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 Conway, AR, US is March, 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 Conway 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 44 in November means 44% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Conway Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 87.3°F (30.7°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 8 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 quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 4 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Conway, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.9°F (32.2°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 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 too cold this time of year in Conway to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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