North & Central America · Climate guide
Best time to visit United States
The best time to visit United States is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mar, Jul–Aug, Nov are also good.
United States weather by month
Mild nationwide; Hawaii and Florida shine in winter.
- Jan: Not ideal
- Feb: Not ideal
- Mar: Good
- Apr: Ideal
- May: Ideal
- Jun: Ideal
- Jul: Good
- Aug: Good
- Sep: Ideal
- Oct: Ideal
- Nov: Good
- Dec: Not ideal
| Month | Weather | Ideal elsewhere |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not ideal | 62 countries |
| February | Not ideal | 67 countries |
| March | Good | 64 countries |
| April | Ideal | 62 countries |
| May | Ideal | 83 countries |
| June | Ideal | 85 countries |
| July | Good | 51 countries |
| August | Good | 52 countries |
| September | Ideal | 84 countries |
| October | Ideal | 53 countries |
| November | Good | 50 countries |
| December | Not ideal | 51 countries |
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The planner puts United States in its best stretch (Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct) and fills the rest of your trip with places that are in spring-like weather at the same time.
Cost of a month in United States
Pricey. A rough guide for one person staying a month: $3,500–$5,000 for rent, food and getting around. Book the best months early; prices climb with the weather.
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Questions about visiting United States
When is the best time to visit United States?
The best time to visit United States for weather is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mild nationwide; Hawaii and Florida shine in winter.
Which months should I avoid in United States?
Dec–Feb are the least comfortable months in United States, usually because of heat, heavy rain, storms or cold. Prices can be lower then, so it depends on what you care about most.
Is it worth visiting United States outside the best months?
Often, yes. Mar, Jul–Aug, Nov are still good months in United States, with a little more rain or heat but usually fewer crowds and better prices.
How much does a month in United States cost?
United States is pricey for long stays. A rough guide for one person living there for a month is $3,500–$5,000, including rent, food and getting around. Your style matters more than the country.
Where else has great weather at the same time as United States?
Nearby countries with ideal weather in the same months include Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Honduras.
General guidance based on typical seasonal weather, not a forecast. Big countries have several climates. Always check current travel advisories and entry rules before you book.