The best times to visit Steele for ideal weather are

May 21st 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 Steele Travel Info

Weather in Steele

Temperature

Average temperatures in Steele 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 somewhat temperate — in the 42nd 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 Steele, 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 82.5°F (28.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.8°F (16.6°C) at night.

Steele Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Steele 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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Steele Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Steele 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 13.2 4.3
Feb 21.6 11.7 3.6
Mar 37.9 26.6 18.3
Apr 50.3 38.3 28.9
May 65.2 53.2 43.3
Jun 74.7 63.7 54.4
Jul 80.3 69.1 58.8
Aug 79.9 67.2 56.4
Sep 70.8 57.3 47
Oct 56.2 45.1 36.4
Nov 36.5 27.2 19.9
Dec 22.5 15 8.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -5 -10.4 -15.4
Feb -5.8 -11.3 -15.8
Mar 3.3 -3 -7.6
Apr 10.2 3.5 -1.7
May 18.4 11.8 6.3
Jun 23.7 17.6 12.4
Jul 26.8 20.6 14.9
Aug 26.6 19.6 13.6
Sep 21.6 14.1 8.3
Oct 13.4 7.3 2.4
Nov 2.5 -2.7 -6.7
Dec -5.3 -9.4 -13.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Steele are November, December, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid November. For example, on the week of November 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of May 21st.

When can you find snow in Steele? 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 Steele.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Steele (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 11% 0 1.2
Feb 8% 0 0.9
Mar 11% 0 1.3
Apr 14% 0 1.5
May 19% 0 2.8
Jun 20% 0 3.3
Jul 12% 0 2.5
Aug 15% 0 1.9
Sep 13% 0 2.3
Oct 15% 0 2
Nov 4% 0 0.4
Dec 7% 0 0.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 11 0 3
Feb 8 0 2.3
Mar 11 0 3.3
Apr 14 0 3.8
May 19 0 7.1
Jun 20 0 8.4
Jul 12 0 6.4
Aug 15 0 4.8
Sep 13 0 5.8
Oct 15 0 5.1
Nov 4 0 1
Dec 7 0 1.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Steele has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (64.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (84.4%).

Wind in Steele is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by October and April. January’s average wind speed of around 10.7 knots (12.3 MPH or 19.9 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 October where average top sustained speeds reach 21 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 10.7 Gentle breeze 18.7 Strong breeze
Feb 8.9 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Mar 9.7 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze
Apr 10.2 Gentle breeze 18.4 Strong breeze
May 9.7 Gentle breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Jun 8.7 Gentle breeze 16.5 Significant breeze
Jul 7.5 Gentle breeze 15.6 Strong breeze
Aug 7.4 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Sep 9.3 Gentle breeze 17.1 Strong breeze
Oct 10.4 Gentle breeze 18.3 Strong breeze
Nov 10.1 Gentle breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Dec 9.3 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 79.8%
Feb 78.3%
Mar 79.2%
Apr 66.6%
May 64.8%
Jun 69.6%
Jul 72.3%
Aug 70.4%
Sep 65%
Oct 68%
Nov 77.9%
Dec 84.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Steele?

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 Steele, ND, US is August, followed by March and February. 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 Steele in June. 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 55.6 in June means 55.6% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Steele Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.3°F (20.7°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 6 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 4 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Steele, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 74.9°F (23.8°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 4 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 Steele to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 26.3°F (-3.2°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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