Best Time to Visit USA
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to United States of America.
United States of America does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (25.5°C / 77.9°F) and February (58 mm / 2.3 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers October–April, while the wetter half runs through May–September. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 2°C / 35.6°F in January to 25.5°C / 77.9°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 58 mm / 2.3 in (February) to 88 mm / 3.5 in (July). United States of America's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within United States of America can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 25°C77°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| July | 25.5°C77.9°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| June | 23°C73.4°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
No month in United States of America fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit United States of America?
United States of America doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on February (driest, ~58 mm / 2.3 in) and July (warmest, 25.5°C / 77.9°F). Regional variation within United States of America can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in United States of America?
The rainy season in United States of America runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 75 mm / 3 in. The wettest single month is July, averaging 88 mm / 3.5 in.
What is the dry season in United States of America?
The drier half of the year in United States of America covers October–April, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 75 mm / 3 in. The driest single month is February with about 58 mm / 2.3 in.
What months should I avoid visiting United States of America?
The least comfortable months for travel in United States of America — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, December. These are United States of America's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 88 mm / 3.5 in in July, and temperatures bottom out at 2°C / 35.6°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in United States of America?
Shoulder-season months in United States of America — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include April, May, October. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.