The best times to visit Ridgeland for ideal weather are

March 12th 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 Ridgeland Travel Info

Weather in Ridgeland

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ridgeland vary greatly. 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 22nd 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 Ridgeland, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 96.1°F (35.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.1°F (22.8°C) at night.

Ridgeland Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ridgeland 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.

Ridgeland Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ridgeland Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ridgeland 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 59.8 45.9 34.6
Feb 63 48.6 36.4
Mar 73.1 57.9 44.9
Apr 79.6 65.3 52.2
May 85.7 72.7 60.5
Jun 92.8 80.2 69.3
Jul 93.5 80.9 71
Aug 94.3 81.2 70.9
Sep 89.6 76.2 65.2
Oct 80.1 65.2 52
Nov 70 54.7 42.4
Dec 63.5 50 39.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.4 7.7 1.4
Feb 17.2 9.2 2.4
Mar 22.8 14.4 7.2
Apr 26.4 18.5 11.2
May 29.8 22.6 15.8
Jun 33.8 26.8 20.7
Jul 34.2 27.2 21.7
Aug 34.6 27.3 21.6
Sep 32 24.6 18.4
Oct 26.7 18.4 11.1
Nov 21.1 12.6 5.8
Dec 17.5 10 4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ridgeland are October, September, 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 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 July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Ridgeland? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to mid January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Ridgeland is often around around February 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 Ridgeland.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ridgeland (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 25% 2 5.1
Feb 26% 2 5.7
Mar 22% 0 6
Apr 23% 0 4.9
May 20% 0 4.6
Jun 19% 0 3.9
Jul 22% 0 4.5
Aug 21% 0 4.6
Sep 16% 0 4.4
Oct 15% 0 3.2
Nov 17% 0 4.8
Dec 24% 1.2 5.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 25 5.1 13
Feb 26 5.1 14.5
Mar 22 0 15.2
Apr 23 0 12.4
May 20 0 11.7
Jun 19 0 9.9
Jul 22 0 11.4
Aug 21 0 11.7
Sep 16 0 11.2
Oct 15 0 8.1
Nov 17 0 12.2
Dec 24 3 14.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Ridgeland has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (57% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (66.2%).

Wind in Ridgeland is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by February and March. April’s average wind speed of around 6.1 knots (7 MPH or 11.3 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 early to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 14 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.7 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Feb 6 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Mar 5.9 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Apr 6.1 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
May 4.8 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Jun 3.8 Barely noticeable 11 Significant breeze
Jul 3.5 Barely noticeable 10.3 Significant breeze
Aug 3.6 Barely noticeable 10.7 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.9 Barely noticeable 9.8 Significant breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.9 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Dec 5.9 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 57.9%
Feb 58.1%
Mar 57%
Apr 58.2%
May 62.3%
Jun 62%
Jul 64.9%
Aug 63.6%
Sep 63.5%
Oct 60.4%
Nov 62%
Dec 66.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ridgeland?

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 Ridgeland, 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 Ridgeland 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 slightly 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 Ridgeland Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 89°F (31.7°C) and 67.4°F (19.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 7 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 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Ridgeland, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.4°F (33°C) and 65.9°F (18.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: approximately 5 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 Ridgeland to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 67.4°F (19.7°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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