The best times to visit Sauk Centre for ideal weather are

May 14th to July 15th

or

August 6th to September 30th

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

 

 


Other Sauk Centre Travel Info

Weather in Sauk Centre

Temperature

Average temperatures in Sauk Centre vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 44th 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 Sauk Centre, 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 88.2°F (31.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.3°F (20.2°C) at night.

Sauk Centre Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Sauk Centre 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.

Sauk Centre Perceived Temperature (F)

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Sauk Centre Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Sauk Centre 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 22.6 13.8 5.5
Feb 28 18 9.4
Mar 42 32.2 24
Apr 55.6 45 36
May 70.8 58.7 48.4
Jun 78.6 67.6 58.2
Jul 86.3 75.4 65.8
Aug 82.4 70.5 60.4
Sep 71.4 58.5 47.2
Oct 59.8 48.2 39.2
Nov 43.6 34.3 27.1
Dec 26.4 19.1 12.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -5.2 -10.1 -14.7
Feb -2.2 -7.8 -12.6
Mar 5.6 0.1 -4.4
Apr 13.1 7.2 2.2
May 21.6 14.8 9.1
Jun 25.9 19.8 14.6
Jul 30.2 24.1 18.8
Aug 28 21.4 15.8
Sep 21.9 14.7 8.4
Oct 15.4 9 4
Nov 6.4 1.3 -2.7
Dec -3.1 -7.2 -10.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Sauk Centre are February, August, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Sauk Centre? 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 Sauk Centre.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Sauk Centre (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 2% 0 0.3
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 4% 0 0.3
Apr 5% 0 0.5
May 14% 0 1.1
Jun 17% 0 1.7
Jul 8% 0 1.5
Aug 0% 0 0.1
Sep 11% 0 1.6
Oct 4% 0 0.8
Nov 3% 0 0.2
Dec 2% 0 0.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 0 0.8
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 4 0 0.8
Apr 5 0 1.3
May 14 0 2.8
Jun 17 0 4.3
Jul 8 0 3.8
Aug 0 0 0.3
Sep 11 0 4.1
Oct 4 0 2
Nov 3 0 0.5
Dec 2 0 0.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Sauk Centre has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (54.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (75.7%).

Wind in Sauk Centre is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and January. April’s average wind speed of around 8.5 knots (9.8 MPH or 15.7 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 May where average top sustained speeds reach 19 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.4 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Feb 6.9 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Mar 7.4 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Apr 8.5 Gentle breeze 16.4 Significant breeze
May 8.1 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
Jun 6.8 Light breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Aug 5.6 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Sep 6.5 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Oct 7.2 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Nov 7.2 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Dec 6.8 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 74.8%
Feb 72.2%
Mar 70.2%
Apr 55.1%
May 54.8%
Jun 60.5%
Jul 63.4%
Aug 64.9%
Sep 56%
Oct 60.3%
Nov 71.5%
Dec 75.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Sauk Centre?

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 Sauk Centre, MN, US is April, 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 Sauk Centre 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 54.2 in November means 54.2% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Sauk Centre Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 77.8°F (25.4°C) and 30.5°F (-0.8°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the 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 0 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Sauk Centre, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 74.5°F (23.6°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 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 Sauk Centre to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 33°F (0.6°C) and 21.3°F (-5.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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