United States Weather Forecast
United States weather: 78°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
United States weather in December
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Climate in United States month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 25° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 45° | 29° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 60° | 40° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 69° | 49° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 57° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 86° | 67° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 71° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 84° | 67° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 79° | 62° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 50° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 57° | 40° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 32° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit United States
Go in April, June, August and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How United States compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against United States.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Falls, Ontario | 308 mi | 51°F | 39°F cooler | 39 in |
| CN Tower | 349 mi | 49°F | 40°F cooler | 35 in |
| Distillery District | 349 mi | 49°F | 40°F cooler | 35 in |
| Toronto | 350 mi | 49°F | 40°F cooler | 35 in |
| Kensington Market | 350 mi | 49°F | 40°F cooler | 35 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is United States?
United States is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 38.9072, -77.0369. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in United States right now?
It is currently 78°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 96% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit United States?
April, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in United States, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is United States in?
United States observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 5:41 PM.
How many people live in United States?
United States has a population of approximately 335 million.
What is the nearest airport to United States?
The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 396 mi away, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 1.191 mi away and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), 1.315 mi away.
What are the top things to do in United States?
Popular options include Acadia National Park, Arches National Park, Badlands National Park, Big Bend National Park, Biscayne National Park and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
What places are in United States?
United States covers 52 places in this atlas, including California, Florida, New York, Arizona, Hawaii and Nevada.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 5, 2026 at 5:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
