The best times to visit Waseca 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 Waseca Travel Info

Weather in Waseca

Temperature

Average temperatures in Waseca vary an incredible amount. 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 50th 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 Waseca, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early July where highs are regularly around 83.8°F (28.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.1°F (17.8°C) at night.

Waseca Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Waseca 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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Waseca Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Waseca 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 23.4 14.5 7
Feb 25.5 16.4 8.7
Mar 43.7 33.8 26.3
Apr 58.3 46.8 37.8
May 71.4 59.3 49.8
Jun 79.2 68.7 59.9
Jul 82.8 72.9 63.6
Aug 80.4 70.2 61.3
Sep 74.8 62.8 53.3
Oct 60.3 49.4 41
Nov 44.7 35.5 27.9
Dec 27.5 19.8 12.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -4.8 -9.7 -13.9
Feb -3.6 -8.7 -12.9
Mar 6.5 1 -3.2
Apr 14.6 8.2 3.2
May 21.9 15.2 9.9
Jun 26.2 20.4 15.5
Jul 28.2 22.7 17.6
Aug 26.9 21.2 16.3
Sep 23.8 17.1 11.8
Oct 15.7 9.7 5
Nov 7.1 1.9 -2.3
Dec -2.5 -6.8 -10.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Waseca are January, 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 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 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Waseca? 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 Waseca.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Waseca (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 1% 0 0.1
Feb 2% 0 0.2
Mar 5% 0 0.5
Apr 9% 0 1.1
May 17% 0 1.9
Jun 22% 0 3.1
Jul 14% 0 2.5
Aug 12% 0 1.9
Sep 10% 0 1.8
Oct 9% 0 1.2
Nov 3% 0 0.4
Dec 1% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0.3
Feb 2 0 0.5
Mar 5 0 1.3
Apr 9 0 2.8
May 17 0 4.8
Jun 22 0 7.9
Jul 14 0 6.4
Aug 12 0 4.8
Sep 10 0 4.6
Oct 9 0 3
Nov 3 0 1
Dec 1 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Waseca has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (50.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (70.9%).

Wind in Waseca is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and November. April’s average wind speed of around 11 knots (12.7 MPH or 20.4 KPH) is considered “a moderate 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 20.6 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9.6 Gentle breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Feb 9.6 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Mar 9.8 Gentle breeze 17.6 Strong breeze
Apr 11 Significant breeze 19.3 Strong breeze
May 10.4 Gentle breeze 19 Strong breeze
Jun 8.5 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Jul 7.2 Gentle breeze 14.6 Strong breeze
Aug 6.7 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Sep 7.9 Gentle breeze 15.1 Strong breeze
Oct 9.1 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Nov 9.8 Gentle breeze 17.4 Strong breeze
Dec 8.7 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66.2%
Feb 64.5%
Mar 63%
Apr 50.7%
May 50.9%
Jun 57.6%
Jul 60.2%
Aug 64.6%
Sep 57.8%
Oct 55.1%
Nov 58.5%
Dec 70.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Waseca?

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 Waseca, 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 Waseca 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 54.2 in November means 54.2% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Waseca Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76.4°F (24.7°C) and 26.5°F (-3.1°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 5 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 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Waseca, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 77.2°F (25.1°C) and 35.5°F (1.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 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 far too cold this time of year in Waseca to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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