The best times to visit the United States for ideal weather are

April 30th to June 24th

or

September 3rd to October 14th

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

 

 


Other the United States Travel Info

Weather in the United States

Temperature

Average temperatures in the United States vary greatly. 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 58th 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 the United States, 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 84.4°F (29.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.9°F (18.3°C) at night.

the United States Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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the United States 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.

the United States Perceived Temperature (F)

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the United States Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average the United States 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 44.7 35 26.9
Feb 46.7 36.8 28.5
Mar 55.9 45.2 36.1
Apr 64.5 53.6 44.1
May 72.9 62.3 52.7
Jun 80.6 70.2 60.7
Jul 83.8 73.5 64.4
Aug 83.2 72.7 63.5
Sep 77.8 66.9 57.8
Oct 67.4 56.8 47.9
Nov 56.2 46.1 37.6
Dec 47.5 38.6 31.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.1 1.7 -2.8
Feb 8.2 2.7 -1.9
Mar 13.3 7.3 2.3
Apr 18.1 12 6.7
May 22.7 16.8 11.5
Jun 27 21.2 15.9
Jul 28.8 23.1 18
Aug 28.4 22.6 17.5
Sep 25.4 19.4 14.3
Oct 19.7 13.8 8.8
Nov 13.4 7.8 3.1
Dec 8.6 3.7 -0.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in the United States are January, November, 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 January. For example, on the week of January 15th 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 1 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in the United States? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around July, especially close to late July. The best time to ski (if at all) in the United States is often around around July 23rd 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 the United States.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in the United States (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 7% 5.3 1.1
Feb 8% 6.5 1
Mar 8% 6.2 1.3
Apr 9% 5.1 1.5
May 10% 4.2 1.7
Jun 10% 3.8 1.7
Jul 10% 7.1 1.7
Aug 9% 0 1.6
Sep 8% 2.2 1.5
Oct 8% 2.8 1.5
Nov 7% 3.3 1.2
Dec 9% 4.5 1.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 7 13.5 2.8
Feb 8 16.5 2.5
Mar 8 15.7 3.3
Apr 9 13 3.8
May 10 10.7 4.3
Jun 10 9.7 4.3
Jul 10 18 4.3
Aug 9 0 4.1
Sep 8 5.6 3.8
Oct 8 7.1 3.8
Nov 7 8.4 3
Dec 9 11.4 3.8

 

Humidity and Wind

the United States has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (53.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (65.5%).

Wind in the United States is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by March and February. April’s average wind speed of around 8 knots (9.2 MPH or 14.9 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 to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 15.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 7.5 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Feb 7.7 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Mar 7.8 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Apr 8 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
May 7.2 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Jun 6.6 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Jul 5.9 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Aug 5.7 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Sep 6.1 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Oct 6.8 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Nov 7.3 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Dec 7.3 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 60.2%
Feb 59.2%
Mar 55.3%
Apr 53.4%
May 56.3%
Jun 58.1%
Jul 59.5%
Aug 60.1%
Sep 60.1%
Oct 59.3%
Nov 59.5%
Dec 65.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to the United States?

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 the United States is July, 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 the United States 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 very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 54.8 in November means 54.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall the United States Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 3 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 about 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in the United States, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80.6°F (27°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 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 too cold this time of year in the United States to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°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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