The best times to visit Waterville for ideal weather are

April 2nd to May 27th

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

 

 


Other Waterville Travel Info

Weather in Waterville

Temperature

Average temperatures in Waterville vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice between summer and winter. The temperatures feel cold for about half the year, and too hot for part of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 35th 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 Waterville, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 99.1°F (37.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.2°F (24°C) at night.

Waterville Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Waterville 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.

Waterville Perceived Temperature (F)

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Waterville Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Waterville 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 42.1 30.6 22.2
Feb 45 33.7 25.3
Mar 59.7 47.7 38.9
Apr 69.3 56.9 46.9
May 78.9 67.8 58.4
Jun 90.6 79.5 70.1
Jul 94.8 83.3 73.9
Aug 95.4 83.1 72.8
Sep 83.6 71.3 61.5
Oct 71.2 59.4 50
Nov 58.8 47.5 38.9
Dec 41.7 31.7 24.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.6 -0.8 -5.4
Feb 7.2 0.9 -3.7
Mar 15.4 8.7 3.8
Apr 20.7 13.8 8.3
May 26.1 19.9 14.7
Jun 32.6 26.4 21.2
Jul 34.9 28.5 23.3
Aug 35.2 28.4 22.7
Sep 28.7 21.8 16.4
Oct 21.8 15.2 10
Nov 14.9 8.6 3.8
Dec 5.4 -0.2 -4.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Waterville are January, February, 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 late January and early February. For example, on the week of January 29th 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 3 days of significant precipitation the week of May 21st.

When can you find snow in Waterville? 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 Waterville.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Waterville (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 6% 0 0.6
Mar 16% 0 2.3
Apr 19% 0 2.9
May 22% 0 6.3
Jun 19% 0 6.4
Jul 20% 0 2.9
Aug 15% 0 2.2
Sep 16% 0 2.7
Oct 13% 0 2.9
Nov 8% 0 0.8
Dec 9% 0 1.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 1
Feb 6 0 1.5
Mar 16 0 5.8
Apr 19 0 7.4
May 22 0 16
Jun 19 0 16.3
Jul 20 0 7.4
Aug 15 0 5.6
Sep 16 0 6.9
Oct 13 0 7.4
Nov 8 0 2
Dec 9 0 2.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Waterville has some comfortably humid months, with slightly drier months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (40% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (51.1%).

Wind in Waterville is usually moderate. The windiest month is October, followed by December and June. October’s average wind speed of around 9 knots (10.4 MPH or 16.7 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 late May where average top sustained speeds reach 19.4 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.5 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Feb 8.6 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Mar 7.6 Gentle breeze 16.5 Significant breeze
Apr 8.5 Gentle breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
May 7.2 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
Jun 8.7 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Jul 7.7 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Aug 8.6 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Sep 8.5 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Oct 9 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Nov 8.4 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Dec 8.9 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 45.8%
Feb 47.5%
Mar 47.2%
Apr 40%
May 48.6%
Jun 48.6%
Jul 50.3%
Aug 48.6%
Sep 48.9%
Oct 45.6%
Nov 43.8%
Dec 51.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Waterville?

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 Waterville, KS, US is January, followed by February and July. 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 Waterville in December. 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 60.7 in December means 60.7% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Waterville Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 86.8°F (30.4°C) and 51.9°F (11.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 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 quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 5 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Waterville, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 83.6°F (28.7°C) and 51.9°F (11.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 5 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 Waterville to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 51.9°F (11.1°C) and 39.3°F (4.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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