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Dayton (OH) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Dayton experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to cold weather. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Dayton is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in July to a chilly 3°C in the coolest month, February.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -6°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Dayton has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1102 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Dayton offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between June (129 mm) and February (62 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Dayton serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.2 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Forecast for Dayton (OH)

Mon   Dec 23
9°C | -4°C
S 7 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
7°C | 2°C
W 3 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
6°C | 2°C
SE 3 m/s
4 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Dayton?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Dayton?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Dayton?
    June tops the wettest month list with 129 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Dayton?
    February is the driest month with 62 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Dayton?
    July 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.