The best times to visit Sleepy Eye for ideal weather are

May 14th 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 Sleepy Eye Travel Info

Weather in Sleepy Eye

Temperature

Average temperatures in Sleepy Eye vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 37th 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 Sleepy Eye, 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 86.9°F (30.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63.6°F (17.6°C) at night.

Sleepy Eye Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Sleepy Eye 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.

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Sleepy Eye Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Sleepy Eye 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 23.9 14.1 5.6
Feb 25.8 15.6 7.4
Mar 42.7 32.2 23.6
Apr 58.3 46.1 35.9
May 72.4 59.3 48
Jun 80.6 68.9 58.5
Jul 86 73.8 62.3
Aug 83 70.6 59.6
Sep 77 63.1 51.5
Oct 61.9 49.5 39.4
Nov 45.7 34.6 25.6
Dec 27.6 18.7 11

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -4.5 -9.9 -14.7
Feb -3.4 -9.1 -13.7
Mar 5.9 0.1 -4.7
Apr 14.6 7.8 2.2
May 22.4 15.2 8.9
Jun 27 20.5 14.7
Jul 30 23.2 16.8
Aug 28.3 21.4 15.3
Sep 25 17.3 10.8
Oct 16.6 9.7 4.1
Nov 7.6 1.4 -3.6
Dec -2.4 -7.4 -11.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Sleepy Eye are January, February, 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 early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Sleepy Eye? 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 Sleepy Eye.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Sleepy Eye (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 3% 0 0.3
Feb 4% 0 0.6
Mar 11% 0 1.4
Apr 23% 0 2.7
May 27% 0 4
Jun 27% 0 5.6
Jul 12% 0 1.8
Aug 17% 0 3.1
Sep 18% 0 2.8
Oct 17% 0 2.8
Nov 6% 0 0.7
Dec 9% 0 0.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 0.8
Feb 4 0 1.5
Mar 11 0 3.6
Apr 23 0 6.9
May 27 0 10.2
Jun 27 0 14.2
Jul 12 0 4.6
Aug 17 0 7.9
Sep 18 0 7.1
Oct 17 0 7.1
Nov 6 0 1.8
Dec 9 0 2

 

Humidity and Wind

Sleepy Eye has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (50.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (70.2%).

Wind in Sleepy Eye is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and January. April’s average wind speed of around 9.6 knots (11.1 MPH or 17.8 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 May where average top sustained speeds reach 17.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9.4 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Feb 9.1 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Mar 9.1 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Apr 9.6 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
May 9.4 Gentle breeze 17 Significant breeze
Jun 7.7 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Jul 6.9 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Aug 6.3 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Sep 7.5 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Oct 8.5 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Nov 9.3 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Dec 8.5 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 65.8%
Feb 65.2%
Mar 64.9%
Apr 51.2%
May 50.3%
Jun 56.9%
Jul 58.5%
Aug 64.3%
Sep 58%
Oct 56.3%
Nov 60%
Dec 70.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Sleepy Eye?

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 Sleepy Eye, 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 Sleepy Eye 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 Sleepy Eye Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 8 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 moderate precipitation with 4 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Sleepy Eye, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 79.8°F (26.6°C) and 35.6°F (2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 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 far too cold this time of year in Sleepy Eye to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 23°F (-5°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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