The best times to visit Waynesboro for ideal weather are

April 30th to July 1st

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

 

 


Other Waynesboro Travel Info

Weather in Waynesboro

Temperature

Average temperatures in Waynesboro 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 25th 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 Waynesboro, 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 87.1°F (30.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 67.2°F (19.6°C) at night.

Waynesboro Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Waynesboro 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.

Waynesboro Perceived Temperature (F)

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Waynesboro Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Waynesboro 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 38.8 31.3 25
Feb 41.1 32 25.4
Mar 52.4 42.4 34.3
Apr 64.4 53.9 44.5
May 74.6 64 54.2
Jun 81.6 71.9 62.7
Jul 86 75.7 66.1
Aug 83.4 73.2 64.4
Sep 77.6 66.8 58.1
Oct 66.2 56.4 48.4
Nov 54 45.2 37.9
Dec 44.7 37.1 31.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.8 -0.4 -3.9
Feb 5.1 0 -3.7
Mar 11.3 5.8 1.3
Apr 18 12.2 6.9
May 23.7 17.8 12.3
Jun 27.6 22.2 17.1
Jul 30 24.3 18.9
Aug 28.6 22.9 18
Sep 25.3 19.3 14.5
Oct 19 13.6 9.1
Nov 12.2 7.3 3.3
Dec 7.1 2.8 -0.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Waynesboro are January, November, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late September. For example, on the week of September 17th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid May with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of May 14th.

When can you find snow in Waynesboro? 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 Waynesboro.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Waynesboro (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 18% 0 2.7
Feb 21% 0 2.4
Mar 26% 0 4.1
Apr 25% 0 4.8
May 26% 0 4.5
Jun 28% 0 4.7
Jul 23% 0 3.4
Aug 27% 0 4.4
Sep 21% 0 5
Oct 24% 0 5.6
Nov 20% 0 2.9
Dec 29% 0 4.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 18 0 6.9
Feb 21 0 6.1
Mar 26 0 10.4
Apr 25 0 12.2
May 26 0 11.4
Jun 28 0 11.9
Jul 23 0 8.6
Aug 27 0 11.2
Sep 21 0 12.7
Oct 24 0 14.2
Nov 20 0 7.4
Dec 29 0 11.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Waynesboro has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (43.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (60.8%).

Wind in Waynesboro is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is February, followed by March and April. February’s average wind speed of around 3.8 knots (4.4 MPH or 7 KPH) is considered “light air.” 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 10.4 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.1 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.8 Barely noticeable 9.7 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.5 Barely noticeable 9.1 Gentle breeze
May 2.2 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 1.9 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
Jul 1.7 Barely noticeable 6.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 1.3 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Sep 1.5 Barely noticeable 6.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.3 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.8 Barely noticeable 7.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 3 Barely noticeable 8.3 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 48.9%
Feb 46.2%
Mar 44%
Apr 43.4%
May 52.6%
Jun 54.2%
Jul 53%
Aug 60%
Sep 60.8%
Oct 56.7%
Nov 50.6%
Dec 57.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Waynesboro?

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 Waynesboro, PA, US is July, followed by June and August. 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 Waynesboro in October. 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 56.1 in October means 56.1% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Waynesboro Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 81°F (27.2°C) and 42°F (5.6°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with roughly 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 most precipitation with 7 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Waynesboro, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 81.9°F (27.7°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°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 Waynesboro to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 46°F (7.8°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 9 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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