The best times to visit Davenport for ideal weather are

August 6th to October 21st

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

 

 


Other Davenport Travel Info

Weather in Davenport

Temperature

Average temperatures in Davenport 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 31st 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 Davenport, 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 91°F (32.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.7°F (20.9°C) at night.

Davenport Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Davenport 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.

Davenport Perceived Temperature (F)

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Davenport Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Davenport 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 23.8 15.8
Feb 34.4 26.5 19.7
Mar 51.5 41.1 32.7
Apr 63.8 51.6 41.4
May 75.5 63.1 52.3
Jun 82.1 71.4 61.2
Jul 87.6 76.9 66.5
Aug 84.6 72.8 61.4
Sep 76.9 63.4 51.4
Oct 65.8 52.4 40.9
Nov 50.7 39.6 30.1
Dec 35 26.4 18.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.6 -4.6 -9
Feb 1.3 -3.1 -6.8
Mar 10.8 5.1 0.4
Apr 17.7 10.9 5.2
May 24.2 17.3 11.3
Jun 27.8 21.9 16.2
Jul 30.9 24.9 19.2
Aug 29.2 22.7 16.3
Sep 24.9 17.4 10.8
Oct 18.8 11.3 4.9
Nov 10.4 4.2 -1.1
Dec 1.7 -3.1 -7.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Davenport are January, February, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early October. For example, on the week of October 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 3 days of significant precipitation the week of April 16th.

When can you find snow in Davenport? 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 Davenport.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Davenport (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 5% 0 0.8
Feb 13% 0 1.4
Mar 18% 0 1.9
Apr 31% 0 4.6
May 28% 0 5.6
Jun 26% 0 4.6
Jul 18% 0 3.5
Aug 15% 0 3.8
Sep 18% 0 2.2
Oct 14% 0 1.8
Nov 16% 0 2.5
Dec 16% 0 1.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 2
Feb 13 0 3.6
Mar 18 0 4.8
Apr 31 0 11.7
May 28 0 14.2
Jun 26 0 11.7
Jul 18 0 8.9
Aug 15 0 9.7
Sep 18 0 5.6
Oct 14 0 4.6
Nov 16 0 6.4
Dec 16 0 4.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Davenport has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is October (52.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (69.4%).

Wind in Davenport is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by February and November. 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 to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 18.8 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9.9 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Feb 10.5 Gentle breeze 17.2 Strong breeze
Mar 9.8 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Apr 10.6 Gentle breeze 18.1 Strong breeze
May 9.7 Gentle breeze 17.6 Significant breeze
Jun 7.7 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Aug 5.1 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 6.8 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Oct 8.1 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Nov 10 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
Dec 8.9 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62.2%
Feb 67%
Mar 58.8%
Apr 53.2%
May 55.8%
Jun 60.3%
Jul 61.8%
Aug 62.6%
Sep 57.2%
Oct 52.5%
Nov 60.1%
Dec 69.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Davenport?

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 Davenport, IA, 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 Davenport 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 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 Davenport Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 79.1°F (26.2°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 9 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 quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 4 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Davenport, 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 44.3°F (6.8°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 5 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 Davenport to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.4°F (-1.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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