The best times to visit Cozad for ideal weather are

May 14th to July 8th

or

August 13th to October 14th

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

 

 


Other Cozad Travel Info

Weather in Cozad

Temperature

Average temperatures in Cozad vary drastically. 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 42nd 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 Cozad, 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 89.6°F (32°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63.6°F (17.6°C) at night.

Cozad Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Cozad 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.

Cozad Perceived Temperature (F)

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Cozad Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Cozad 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 39.1 25.4 14.4
Feb 41.8 27.9 17.5
Mar 58 41.3 28.6
Apr 64.2 49.2 37.3
May 74.2 59.9 47.6
Jun 83.6 70.3 58.5
Jul 88.8 75.3 63.2
Aug 86.5 72.9 61.4
Sep 80.6 64.5 51.6
Oct 66.7 51 38.4
Nov 54.6 38.3 25.9
Dec 39.1 26 15.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.9 -3.7 -9.8
Feb 5.4 -2.3 -8.1
Mar 14.4 5.2 -1.9
Apr 17.9 9.6 2.9
May 23.4 15.5 8.7
Jun 28.7 21.3 14.7
Jul 31.6 24.1 17.3
Aug 30.3 22.7 16.3
Sep 27 18.1 10.9
Oct 19.3 10.6 3.6
Nov 12.6 3.5 -3.4
Dec 3.9 -3.3 -9.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Cozad 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 June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Cozad? 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 Cozad.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Cozad (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 0% 0 0.1
Feb 3% 0 0.2
Mar 4% 0 0.5
Apr 12% 0 1.8
May 12% 0 1.9
Jun 18% 0 2.5
Jul 6% 0 1.1
Aug 12% 0 2.1
Sep 7% 0 0.9
Oct 9% 0 1.3
Nov 3% 0 0.5
Dec 3% 0 0.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0.3
Feb 3 0 0.5
Mar 4 0 1.3
Apr 12 0 4.6
May 12 0 4.8
Jun 18 0 6.4
Jul 6 0 2.8
Aug 12 0 5.3
Sep 7 0 2.3
Oct 9 0 3.3
Nov 3 0 1.3
Dec 3 0 0.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Cozad has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (51% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (65.4%).

Wind in Cozad is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 10.7 knots (12.3 MPH or 19.8 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 22.2 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 8.3 Gentle breeze 17.1 Strong breeze
Feb 8.7 Gentle breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Mar 9.4 Gentle breeze 18.9 Strong breeze
Apr 10.7 Gentle breeze 20.6 Strong breeze
May 9.8 Gentle breeze 19.4 Strong breeze
Jun 8.3 Gentle breeze 18.3 Strong breeze
Jul 6.6 Light breeze 15 Strong breeze
Aug 6.5 Light breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Sep 7.2 Gentle breeze 15.3 Strong breeze
Oct 7.9 Gentle breeze 16.5 Significant breeze
Nov 8 Gentle breeze 16.8 Strong breeze
Dec 7.7 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61%
Feb 62.3%
Mar 51%
Apr 54.1%
May 56.2%
Jun 60.4%
Jul 61.1%
Aug 65.4%
Sep 57.7%
Oct 56.1%
Nov 54%
Dec 64.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Cozad?

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 Cozad, NE, US is July, followed by August 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 Cozad 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 42.4 in November means 42.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Cozad Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 43.8°F (6.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 4 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 quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 2 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Cozad, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 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 Cozad to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 44.9°F (7.2°C) and 35°F (1.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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