The best times to visit Fergus for ideal weather are
mid July
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Fergus Travel Guide
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Weather in Fergus
Temperature
Average temperatures in Fergus vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold all year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the bottom 1 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 Fergus, the hottest months are July, August, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 51.5°F (10.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 34.7°F (1.5°C) at night.
Fergus Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Fergus 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.
Fergus Perceived Temperature (F)
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Fergus Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Fergus 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) |
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| Jan | 7.1 | 1.6 | -3.4 |
| Feb | 6.2 | 0.1 | -5.5 |
| Mar | 15.1 | 8.4 | 2.5 |
| Apr | 22.7 | 15.5 | 9.2 |
| May | 36.2 | 27.8 | 20 |
| Jun | 40.1 | 32.8 | 26 |
| Jul | 49.2 | 40.7 | 32.6 |
| Aug | 42.8 | 35.1 | 27.9 |
| Sep | 41.8 | 33.2 | 25.8 |
| Oct | 34 | 26.5 | 20.5 |
| Nov | 20.4 | 14.5 | 9.6 |
| Dec | 11.5 | 7.5 | 3.5 |
Show Celsius
| Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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| Jan | -13.8 | -16.9 | -19.7 |
| Feb | -14.3 | -17.7 | -20.8 |
| Mar | -9.4 | -13.1 | -16.4 |
| Apr | -5.2 | -9.2 | -12.7 |
| May | 2.3 | -2.3 | -6.7 |
| Jun | 4.5 | 0.4 | -3.3 |
| Jul | 9.6 | 4.8 | 0.3 |
| Aug | 6 | 1.7 | -2.3 |
| Sep | 5.4 | 0.7 | -3.4 |
| Oct | 1.1 | -3.1 | -6.4 |
| Nov | -6.4 | -9.7 | -12.4 |
| Dec | -11.4 | -13.6 | -15.8 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Fergus are March, July, 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 mid July. For example, on the week of July 16th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May to early June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of May 28th.
When can you find snow in Fergus? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Fergus is often around around March 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 Fergus.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Fergus (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) |
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| Jan | 28% | 5 | 2.6 |
| Feb | 27% | 8.1 | 2.2 |
| Mar | 20% | 10.7 | 2.2 |
| Apr | 26% | 3 | 3.2 |
| May | 25% | 0 | 3.3 |
| Jun | 29% | 0 | 4.1 |
| Jul | 21% | 0 | 3.4 |
| Aug | 21% | 0 | 3.3 |
| Sep | 21% | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 28% | 0.5 | 3.7 |
| Nov | 27% | 1 | 3 |
| Dec | 27% | 4.2 | 3 |
Show Centimeters
| Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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| Jan | 28 | 12.7 | 6.6 |
| Feb | 27 | 20.6 | 5.6 |
| Mar | 20 | 27.2 | 5.6 |
| Apr | 26 | 7.6 | 8.1 |
| May | 25 | 0 | 8.4 |
| Jun | 29 | 0 | 10.4 |
| Jul | 21 | 0 | 8.6 |
| Aug | 21 | 0 | 8.4 |
| Sep | 21 | 0 | 10.2 |
| Oct | 28 | 1.3 | 9.4 |
| Nov | 27 | 2.5 | 7.6 |
| Dec | 27 | 10.7 | 7.6 |
Humidity and Wind
Fergus has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (64.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (86.4%).
Wind in Fergus is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by January and December. April’s average wind speed of around 9.4 knots (10.8 MPH or 17.3 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 mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 16.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Fergus.
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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 | 9.1 | Gentle breeze | 15 | Significant breeze |
| Feb | 8.9 | Gentle breeze | 14.8 | Significant breeze |
| Mar | 8.6 | Gentle breeze | 14.3 | Significant breeze |
| Apr | 9.4 | Gentle breeze | 16 | Significant breeze |
| May | 7.6 | Gentle breeze | 14 | Significant breeze |
| Jun | 6.4 | Light breeze | 12.6 | Significant breeze |
| Jul | 5.5 | Light breeze | 10.7 | Significant breeze |
| Aug | 5.3 | Light breeze | 10.2 | Gentle breeze |
| Sep | 5.4 | Light breeze | 10.8 | Significant breeze |
| Oct | 6.7 | Light breeze | 12.9 | Significant breeze |
| Nov | 8.4 | Gentle breeze | 14.2 | Significant breeze |
| Dec | 9 | Gentle breeze | 14.6 | Significant breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
| Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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| Jan | 84.2% |
| Feb | 80.8% |
| Mar | 73.7% |
| Apr | 68.2% |
| May | 64.9% |
| Jun | 71.4% |
| Jul | 70.8% |
| Aug | 75% |
| Sep | 76.4% |
| Oct | 78.7% |
| Nov | 81.9% |
| Dec | 86.4% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Fergus?
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The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Fergus, ON, Canada is June, followed by October and December. 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 Fergus in April. 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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Overall Fergus Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 39.3°F (4.1°C) and 5.9°F (-14.5°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.
Summer (June through August)
The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are still jacket weather. These months see the least precipitation with 6 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Fergus, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C), which will feel very chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.
Winter (December through February)
Weather is far too cold this time of year in Fergus to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 12.3°F (-10.9°C) and 4°F (-15.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 9 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
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