The best times to visit Wading River for ideal weather are

May 7th to July 8th

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

 

 


Other Wading River Travel Info

Weather in Wading River

Temperature

Average temperatures in Wading River vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 28th 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 Wading River, 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 84.7°F (29.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 67.7°F (19.8°C) at night.

Wading River Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Wading River 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.

Wading River Perceived Temperature (F)

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Wading River Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Wading River 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 39.5 31.7 23.5
Feb 40.2 31.7 23.3
Mar 48.9 39.7 31.4
Apr 59.5 49.7 40.5
May 69.7 59.5 50.6
Jun 77.7 68.3 59.9
Jul 83.3 74.6 66.6
Aug 81.8 72.6 63.8
Sep 75.8 66.5 57.8
Oct 65.5 56.4 47.4
Nov 54.9 45.9 36.9
Dec 46.8 38.8 31

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 4.2 -0.2 -4.7
Feb 4.6 -0.2 -4.8
Mar 9.4 4.3 -0.3
Apr 15.3 9.8 4.7
May 20.9 15.3 10.3
Jun 25.4 20.2 15.5
Jul 28.5 23.7 19.2
Aug 27.7 22.6 17.7
Sep 24.3 19.2 14.3
Oct 18.6 13.6 8.6
Nov 12.7 7.7 2.7
Dec 8.2 3.8 -0.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Wading River are August, July, 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 August. For example, on the week of July 30th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid February with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of February 19th.

When can you find snow in Wading River? 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 Wading River.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Wading River (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 21% 0 2.9
Feb 23% 0 3.3
Mar 24% 0 4.4
Apr 22% 0 3.6
May 24% 0 3.6
Jun 23% 0 4.3
Jul 21% 0 3.9
Aug 20% 0 3
Sep 22% 0 3.6
Oct 22% 0 3.5
Nov 21% 0 3
Dec 28% 0 5.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 21 0 7.4
Feb 23 0 8.4
Mar 24 0 11.2
Apr 22 0 9.1
May 24 0 9.1
Jun 23 0 10.9
Jul 21 0 9.9
Aug 20 0 7.6
Sep 22 0 9.1
Oct 22 0 8.9
Nov 21 0 7.6
Dec 28 0 14.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Wading River has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (50.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (66.7%).

Wind in Wading River is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and April. March’s average wind speed of around 7.8 knots (8.9 MPH or 14.4 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 February where average top sustained speeds reach 16.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.2 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Feb 7.7 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Mar 7.8 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Apr 7.3 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
May 6.3 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Jun 5.8 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Aug 5 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Sep 5.1 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Oct 5.9 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Nov 6.4 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Dec 7 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 52.2%
Feb 51%
Mar 50.3%
Apr 51.4%
May 60.8%
Jun 65.9%
Jul 65.5%
Aug 65.7%
Sep 66.7%
Oct 63.8%
Nov 57.9%
Dec 60.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Wading River?

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 Wading River, NY, US is April, followed by July and June. 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 Wading River 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 26.9 in November means 26.9% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Wading River Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 42°F (5.6°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 comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Wading River, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 51°F (10.6°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 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 far too cold this time of year in Wading River to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 47.9°F (8.8°C) and 36°F (2.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 9 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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