The best times to visit Wiggins for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 20th

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

 

 


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Weather in Wiggins

Temperature

Average temperatures in Wiggins vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 24th 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 Wiggins, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 95°F (35°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.3°F (23.5°C) at night.

Wiggins Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Wiggins 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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Wiggins Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Wiggins 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 59.8 47.7 38
Feb 64 50.1 39.1
Mar 73.3 59.3 47.3
Apr 78.8 65.7 54.2
May 86.3 74.4 64.4
Jun 93.2 80.9 70.8
Jul 93.1 81.3 72.3
Aug 93.2 81.5 72.8
Sep 88.1 76.7 68.5
Oct 78.7 66.3 56.2
Nov 70.4 55.7 44.3
Dec 64.4 52.7 43.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.4 8.7 3.3
Feb 17.8 10.1 3.9
Mar 22.9 15.2 8.5
Apr 26 18.7 12.3
May 30.2 23.6 18
Jun 34 27.2 21.6
Jul 33.9 27.4 22.4
Aug 34 27.5 22.7
Sep 31.2 24.8 20.3
Oct 25.9 19.1 13.4
Nov 21.3 13.2 6.8
Dec 18 11.5 6.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Wiggins are November, June, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early November. For example, on the week of November 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid September with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Wiggins? 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 Wiggins.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Wiggins (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 24% 0 4.6
Feb 24% 0 5.1
Mar 19% 0 4.8
Apr 21% 0 5.3
May 22% 0 4.4
Jun 18% 0 2.4
Jul 33% 0 6.1
Aug 22% 0 3.4
Sep 36% 0 5.8
Oct 19% 0 4
Nov 13% 0 2.5
Dec 33% 0 10.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 0 11.7
Feb 24 0 13
Mar 19 0 12.2
Apr 21 0 13.5
May 22 0 11.2
Jun 18 0 6.1
Jul 33 0 15.5
Aug 22 0 8.6
Sep 36 0 14.7
Oct 19 0 10.2
Nov 13 0 6.4
Dec 33 0 25.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Wiggins has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (55% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (68.8%).

Wind in Wiggins is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and April. March’s average wind speed of around 5.2 knots (6 MPH or 9.6 KPH) is considered “a light 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 13.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.6 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Feb 5.1 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Mar 5.2 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Apr 5 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
May 4.1 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Jun 3.1 Barely noticeable 10.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.1 Barely noticeable 11.9 Significant breeze
Aug 2.9 Barely noticeable 10.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.4 Barely noticeable 10.5 Significant breeze
Oct 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.2 Barely noticeable 9.3 Significant breeze
Dec 4.8 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61.5%
Feb 56.7%
Mar 55%
Apr 56.6%
May 63.4%
Jun 62.1%
Jul 64.6%
Aug 66.6%
Sep 68.8%
Oct 67.8%
Nov 62.5%
Dec 67.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Wiggins?

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 Wiggins, MS, US is July, followed by August and June. 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 Wiggins 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 55.8 in November means 55.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Wiggins Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 88.7°F (31.5°C) and 67.1°F (19.5°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 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 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Wiggins, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90°F (32.2°C) and 66.1°F (18.9°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 11 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 too cold this time of year in Wiggins to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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