The best times to visit Royal Oak for ideal weather are

April 30th to June 24th

or

August 6th to October 7th

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

 

 


Other Royal Oak Travel Info

Weather in Royal Oak

Temperature

Average temperatures in Royal Oak vary drastically. 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 36th 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 Royal Oak, 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 85.8°F (29.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66.5°F (19.2°C) at night.

Royal Oak Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Royal Oak 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.

Royal Oak Perceived Temperature (F)

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Royal Oak Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Royal Oak 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 32.3 25.5 19
Feb 32.2 25 18.5
Mar 46.8 37 29
Apr 60.1 48.8 39.2
May 72.7 61.4 51.2
Jun 80.7 70.2 60.8
Jul 84.3 74.4 64.9
Aug 82.4 72.7 63.8
Sep 75.5 65.5 56.6
Oct 63.3 53.8 45.8
Nov 49.7 41.7 34.3
Dec 38.8 32.2 26.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.2 -3.6 -7.2
Feb 0.1 -3.9 -7.5
Mar 8.2 2.8 -1.7
Apr 15.6 9.3 4
May 22.6 16.3 10.7
Jun 27.1 21.2 16
Jul 29.1 23.6 18.3
Aug 28 22.6 17.7
Sep 24.2 18.6 13.7
Oct 17.4 12.1 7.7
Nov 9.8 5.4 1.3
Dec 3.8 0.1 -3.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Royal Oak are February, January, 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 late January. For example, on the week of January 22nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 4th.

When can you find snow in Royal Oak? 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 Royal Oak.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Royal Oak (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 13% 0 1.5
Feb 12% 0 1.3
Mar 16% 0 1.9
Apr 23% 0 3
May 24% 0 3.8
Jun 28% 0 3.6
Jul 23% 0 3.6
Aug 20% 0 3.8
Sep 22% 0 3.2
Oct 15% 0 1.5
Nov 16% 0 2.3
Dec 18% 0 2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 13 0 3.8
Feb 12 0 3.3
Mar 16 0 4.8
Apr 23 0 7.6
May 24 0 9.7
Jun 28 0 9.1
Jul 23 0 9.1
Aug 20 0 9.7
Sep 22 0 8.1
Oct 15 0 3.8
Nov 16 0 5.8
Dec 18 0 5.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Royal Oak has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (48.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (64.9%).

Wind in Royal Oak is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by January and February. April’s average wind speed of around 8.1 knots (9.4 MPH or 15.1 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 15.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.9 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Feb 7.6 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Mar 7.5 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Apr 8.1 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
May 6.7 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Jun 6.2 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Aug 5.4 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Sep 5.5 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Oct 6.8 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Nov 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Dec 7.5 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61.6%
Feb 59.3%
Mar 53.3%
Apr 48.2%
May 51.2%
Jun 54.3%
Jul 53.1%
Aug 56.6%
Sep 59.5%
Oct 58.1%
Nov 58.4%
Dec 64.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Royal Oak?

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 Royal Oak, MI, US is July, followed by August and June. 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 Royal Oak 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 slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 41.6 in December means 41.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Royal Oak Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 78.7°F (25.9°C) and 34.1°F (1.2°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 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 comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Royal Oak, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 79.8°F (26.6°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 7 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 Royal Oak to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 39°F (3.9°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 6 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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