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Sweet Home (OR) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Sweet Home.
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Climate overview of Sweet Home
Sweet Home, Oregon, United States of America, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) in August, while winters cool to 8°C (46°F) in December.
With around 1370 mm (54 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Sweet Home has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has distinct dry (July to August) and wet (November to January) seasons, with warm summers and cold winters. The wettest month is December. The sunniest month is August, with 11.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Sweet Home Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sweet Home - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Sweet Home
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Sweet Home. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August. In December, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C (46°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 11°C (52°F) in August to 1°C (34°F) in December.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sweet Home
Sweet Home has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1370 mm (54 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Sweet Home can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 223 mm (8.8 in) of precipitation over 22 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (August), you will experience much drier conditions, with 12 mm (0.5 in) of precipitation spread across 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Sweet Home Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Sweet Home
Sweet Home can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of August under a blue sky, with approximately 11.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in February, with only 3.8 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Eugene, the United States of America (48 KM, 29 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Eugene, the United States of America (48 KM, 29 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Sweet Home
Conditions in Sweet Home are generally most comfortable in May, June, July, August and September. They are typically least comfortable in January, February, March, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
wet
Feb
wet
Mar
wet
Apr
mixed
May
excellent
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
excellent
Oct
good
Nov
very wet
Dec
very wet
- Best overall: May, June, July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: July and August
- Seasonal pattern: Distinct dry (July to August) and wet (November to January) seasons, with warm summers and cold winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Sweet Home
What is the best time to visit Sweet Home?
May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Sweet Home. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Sweet Home has distinct dry (July to August) and wet (November to January) seasons, with warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Sweet Home?
Daytime highs range from 8°C (46°F) in December to 28°C (82°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 1°C (34°F) to 11°C (52°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Sweet Home get?
Annual rainfall is around 1370 mm (54 in). December is the wettest month with 223 mm (8.8 in), while August is the driest with 12 mm (0.5 in).
How sunny is Sweet Home?
Sweet Home receives around 2,544 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 342 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 113 hours. Overall, Sweet Home enjoys abundant sunshine.
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