The best times to visit Walker 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 Walker Travel Info

Weather in Walker

Temperature

Average temperatures in Walker 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 39th 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 Walker, 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 82.8°F (28.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 59.6°F (15.3°C) at night.

Walker Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Walker 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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Walker Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Walker 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 18.7 7.9 -2.4
Feb 21.9 10.2 -1
Mar 38.6 27.2 17.2
Apr 53.4 41.1 30.1
May 68.1 54.3 42
Jun 76.2 64.1 52.7
Jul 81.9 69.6 57.8
Aug 80 67.2 55.1
Sep 71.5 58.5 47
Oct 55.9 44.8 35.4
Nov 39.6 29.5 20.9
Dec 22.7 13.6 4.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -7.4 -13.4 -19.1
Feb -5.6 -12.1 -18.3
Mar 3.7 -2.7 -8.2
Apr 11.9 5.1 -1.1
May 20.1 12.4 5.6
Jun 24.6 17.8 11.5
Jul 27.7 20.9 14.3
Aug 26.7 19.6 12.8
Sep 21.9 14.7 8.3
Oct 13.3 7.1 1.9
Nov 4.2 -1.4 -6.2
Dec -5.2 -10.2 -15.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Walker are February, November, and then January. 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 July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Walker? 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 Walker.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Walker (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 4% 0 0.4
Feb 4% 0 0.4
Mar 10% 0 1.2
Apr 13% 0 1.9
May 24% 0 3.4
Jun 28% 0 4.3
Jul 22% 0 3.6
Aug 16% 0 2.2
Sep 13% 0 2
Oct 19% 0 2.8
Nov 4% 0 0.6
Dec 7% 0 0.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 1
Feb 4 0 1
Mar 10 0 3
Apr 13 0 4.8
May 24 0 8.6
Jun 28 0 10.9
Jul 22 0 9.1
Aug 16 0 5.6
Sep 13 0 5.1
Oct 19 0 7.1
Nov 4 0 1.5
Dec 7 0 1.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Walker has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (46.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (70.5%).

Wind in Walker is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and November. April’s average wind speed of around 8.3 knots (9.6 MPH or 15.4 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 mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 16.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.5 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Feb 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Mar 7.8 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Apr 8.3 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
May 8.3 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Jun 7.4 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Jul 6.8 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
Aug 6.5 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Sep 7.3 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Oct 7.8 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Nov 7.9 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Dec 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66.7%
Feb 61.6%
Mar 58.9%
Apr 46.4%
May 50.5%
Jun 58.4%
Jul 59.3%
Aug 60.4%
Sep 61.3%
Oct 62.8%
Nov 65.6%
Dec 70.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Walker?

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 Walker, 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 Walker 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 Walker Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 73.5°F (23.1°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 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 the most precipitation with 5 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Walker, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 75.1°F (23.9°C) and 29°F (-1.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 6 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 Walker to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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