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Canton (MS) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Canton is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to mild in the cooler months. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Canton, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 34°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 13°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 1°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Canton experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1384 mm of precipitation annually. Canton experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 141 mm in December, the wettest month, and 70 mm in June, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Canton can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 9.9 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 5.1 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Jackson, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Jackson, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Forecast for Canton (MS)

Sat   Dec 21
10°C | -2°C
N 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Sun   Dec 22
12°C | -2°C
E 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
16°C | 1°C
SE 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Canton in the United States of America

During the months of March, April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Canton?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Canton?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Canton?
    December tops the wettest month list with 141 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Canton?
    June is the driest month with 70 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Canton?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 298 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.