The best times to visit Sheridan for ideal weather are

March 19th to May 27th

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

 

 


Other Sheridan Travel Info

Weather in Sheridan

Temperature

Average temperatures in Sheridan 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 27th 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 Sheridan, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 95.2°F (35.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.2°F (22.9°C) at night.

Sheridan Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Sheridan 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.

Sheridan Perceived Temperature (F)

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Sheridan Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Sheridan 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 52.6 41.8 33.1
Feb 55.6 44.5 35.4
Mar 66.6 54.7 44.6
Apr 75.2 63 52.3
May 82.9 71.5 61.4
Jun 91.1 80.1 70.1
Jul 92.2 80.8 71.3
Aug 92.8 80.6 70.6
Sep 87.2 74.3 63.9
Oct 76.2 62.7 51.5
Nov 64.4 52.3 42.4
Dec 56.3 45.4 37

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 11.4 5.4 0.6
Feb 13.1 6.9 1.9
Mar 19.2 12.6 7
Apr 24 17.2 11.3
May 28.3 21.9 16.3
Jun 32.8 26.7 21.2
Jul 33.4 27.1 21.8
Aug 33.8 27 21.4
Sep 30.7 23.5 17.7
Oct 24.6 17.1 10.8
Nov 18 11.3 5.8
Dec 13.5 7.4 2.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Sheridan are June, 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 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 May with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of May 7th.

When can you find snow in Sheridan? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Sheridan 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 Sheridan.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Sheridan (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 18% 0 3.7
Feb 20% 2.7 3.5
Mar 23% 2 4
Apr 26% 0 5.7
May 26% 0 5.3
Jun 10% 0 2
Jul 14% 0 3
Aug 15% 0 3.4
Sep 14% 0 3.5
Oct 21% 0 5.2
Nov 19% 0 3.8
Dec 21% 2 5.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 18 0 9.4
Feb 20 6.9 8.9
Mar 23 5.1 10.2
Apr 26 0 14.5
May 26 0 13.5
Jun 10 0 5.1
Jul 14 0 7.6
Aug 15 0 8.6
Sep 14 0 8.9
Oct 21 0 13.2
Nov 19 0 9.7
Dec 21 5.1 14.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Sheridan has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is January (57.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (66.8%).

Wind in Sheridan is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by March and April. February’s average wind speed of around 7.4 knots (8.6 MPH or 13.8 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 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 Sheridan.

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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 6.8 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Feb 7.4 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Mar 7.3 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Apr 7.3 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
May 6.3 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Jun 5.4 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Jul 4.4 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Aug 4.1 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.5 Light breeze 10.3 Significant breeze
Oct 5.2 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Nov 5.9 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Dec 6.5 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 57.2%
Feb 58.1%
Mar 59.6%
Apr 57.8%
May 62.3%
Jun 61.4%
Jul 64.8%
Aug 63.8%
Sep 62.2%
Oct 60.7%
Nov 62.1%
Dec 66.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Sheridan?

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 Sheridan, AR, US is July, followed by February 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 Sheridan 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 27.6 in November means 27.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Sheridan Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 87.4°F (30.8°C) and 59.3°F (15.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 8 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 3 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Sheridan, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.7°F (32.1°C) and 59.1°F (15.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 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 too cold this time of year in Sheridan to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 59.3°F (15.2°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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