The best times to visit Kosciusko for ideal weather are

March 5th to May 20th

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

 

 


Other Kosciusko Travel Info

Weather in Kosciusko

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kosciusko 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 25th 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 Kosciusko, the hottest months are August, June, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 95.7°F (35.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.3°F (23.5°C) at night.

Kosciusko Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kosciusko 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.

Kosciusko Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kosciusko Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kosciusko 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 53.9 43 34.2
Feb 58.6 46.6 36.7
Mar 70.6 57.2 46.2
Apr 76.2 63.5 52.2
May 83.9 72.6 63
Jun 91.9 80.3 70.1
Jul 91.6 80.2 70.7
Aug 93.5 81.4 71.7
Sep 86.2 75.2 66.8
Oct 76.3 63.8 53.7
Nov 69.4 55.6 45.2
Dec 58.7 47.6 38.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 12.2 6.1 1.2
Feb 14.8 8.1 2.6
Mar 21.4 14 7.9
Apr 24.6 17.5 11.2
May 28.8 22.6 17.2
Jun 33.3 26.8 21.2
Jul 33.1 26.8 21.5
Aug 34.2 27.4 22.1
Sep 30.1 24 19.3
Oct 24.6 17.7 12.1
Nov 20.8 13.1 7.3
Dec 14.8 8.7 3.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kosciusko are June, November, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid June. For example, on the week of June 18th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid September with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Kosciusko? 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 Kosciusko.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kosciusko (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 23% 0 4.2
Feb 25% 0 3.9
Mar 19% 0 3.1
Apr 22% 0 4.3
May 30% 0 6.9
Jun 13% 0 2.6
Jul 23% 0 4.9
Aug 22% 0 3.2
Sep 29% 0 9
Oct 27% 0 6.1
Nov 13% 0 2.7
Dec 33% 0 5.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 0 10.7
Feb 25 0 9.9
Mar 19 0 7.9
Apr 22 0 10.9
May 30 0 17.5
Jun 13 0 6.6
Jul 23 0 12.4
Aug 22 0 8.1
Sep 29 0 22.9
Oct 27 0 15.5
Nov 13 0 6.9
Dec 33 0 14.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Kosciusko has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (53.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (68.2%).

Wind in Kosciusko is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and December. March’s average wind speed of around 6.7 knots (7.8 MPH or 12.5 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 February and early March where average top sustained speeds reach 15.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Mar 6.7 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Apr 6.4 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
May 5.3 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Jun 4 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.5 Barely noticeable 10.1 Significant breeze
Aug 3.2 Barely noticeable 9.5 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.4 Light breeze 10.8 Significant breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.5 Light breeze 9.7 Significant breeze
Dec 6.4 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 58.3%
Feb 54.3%
Mar 53.3%
Apr 54%
May 64.8%
Jun 63.5%
Jul 67.3%
Aug 65.4%
Sep 68.2%
Oct 65.1%
Nov 59.3%
Dec 64.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kosciusko?

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 Kosciusko, MS, US is July, followed by June and May. 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 Kosciusko 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.4 in November means 50.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Kosciusko Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 88°F (31.1°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C) with 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 the least precipitation with 4 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Kosciusko, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.1°F (31.2°C) and 63.6°F (17.6°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 9 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 Kosciusko to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 51.2°F (10.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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