The best times to visit Waverly 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 Waverly Travel Info

Weather in Waverly

Temperature

Average temperatures in Waverly vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th 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 Waverly, 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 87.3°F (30.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.1°F (16.7°C) at night.

Waverly Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Waverly 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.

Waverly Perceived Temperature (F)

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Waverly Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Waverly 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 28.3 16.9 6.5
Feb 29.6 19 9.1
Mar 48.3 35.7 24.8
Apr 62.3 48 34.8
May 74.9 61 47.7
Jun 82.7 70.1 57.8
Jul 86 73.5 60.9
Aug 84.1 71.4 58.6
Sep 78.4 63.4 50.2
Oct 64.7 50.7 38.2
Nov 49.7 37 26.2
Dec 33.1 23.4 13.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -2.1 -8.4 -14.2
Feb -1.3 -7.2 -12.7
Mar 9.1 2.1 -4
Apr 16.8 8.9 1.6
May 23.8 16.1 8.7
Jun 28.2 21.2 14.3
Jul 30 23.1 16.1
Aug 28.9 21.9 14.8
Sep 25.8 17.4 10.1
Oct 18.2 10.4 3.4
Nov 9.8 2.8 -3.2
Dec 0.6 -4.8 -10.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Waverly are February, January, 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 to mid March. For example, on the week of March 12th 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 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Waverly? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Waverly is often around around December 17th 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 Waverly.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Waverly (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 12% 5.9 1.2
Feb 12% 6.4 1.3
Mar 14% 5.4 1.6
Apr 28% 2.2 5.8
May 27% 0 5.3
Jun 33% 0 6.2
Jul 19% 0 4.7
Aug 22% 0 4
Sep 18% 0 2.7
Oct 16% 0 2.9
Nov 13% 2.1 1.8
Dec 17% 5.8 2.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 12 15 3
Feb 12 16.3 3.3
Mar 14 13.7 4.1
Apr 28 5.6 14.7
May 27 0 13.5
Jun 33 0 15.7
Jul 19 0 11.9
Aug 22 0 10.2
Sep 18 0 6.9
Oct 16 0 7.4
Nov 13 5.3 4.6
Dec 17 14.7 6.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Waverly has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (55.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (73.9%).

Wind in Waverly is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 10.2 knots (11.7 MPH or 18.9 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 18.9 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.9 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Feb 8.8 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Mar 9 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Apr 10.2 Gentle breeze 18.4 Strong breeze
May 9.2 Gentle breeze 17.7 Significant breeze
Jun 7.4 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Jul 6.1 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Aug 5.7 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Sep 6.6 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Oct 7.8 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Nov 8.8 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Dec 8.3 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 68.6%
Feb 67.8%
Mar 62.9%
Apr 55.1%
May 55.1%
Jun 62.1%
Jul 63.9%
Aug 67.1%
Sep 63.1%
Oct 59.9%
Nov 63%
Dec 73.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Waverly?

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 Waverly, IA, 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 Waverly 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 Waverly Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 32.1°F (0.1°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 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 6 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Waverly, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 81.4°F (27.4°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 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 Waverly to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 5 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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