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Wapiti (WY) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Wapiti.
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Climate overview of Wapiti
Wapiti, Wyoming, United States of America, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) in July, while winters cool to 1°C (34°F) in December.
With around 280 mm (11 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Wapiti has a fairly dry climate. However, it has very little rainfall for most of the year, with warm summers and very cold winters. The wettest month is May, while January sees the least rain.
Wapiti Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Wapiti - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Wapiti
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Wapiti. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in July. In December, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 1°C (34°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 11°C (52°F) in July to -9°C (16°F) in December.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Wapiti
Wapiti has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 280 mm (11 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Wapiti can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 49 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 10 mm (0.4 in) of precipitation spread across 6 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Wapiti Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Wapiti
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Wapiti is usually found in June, July, August and September. Conditions are generally least comfortable in January, February and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
cold
Feb
cold
Mar
mixed
Apr
mixed
May
good
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
excellent
Oct
very good
Nov
mixed
Dec
cold
- Best overall: June, July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July
- Fewer rainy days: January, February, March, September and November
- Seasonal pattern: Very little rainfall for most of the year, with warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: December, with freezing nights around -9°C (16°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Wapiti
What is the best time to visit Wapiti?
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Wapiti. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Wapiti has very little rainfall for most of the year, with warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Wapiti?
Daytime highs range from 1°C (34°F) in December to 28°C (82°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -9°C (16°F) to 11°C (52°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Wapiti get?
Annual rainfall is around 280 mm (11 in). May is the wettest month with 49 mm (1.9 in), while January is the driest with 10 mm (0.4 in).
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