Peak score
9.8/10
Best months in Parkway, United States
Best Time to Visit Parkway, United States
Climate guide for Parkway, United States — updated 2026
Travel window May, June, August, September, October Peak: May · 9.8/10 climate score
Months to avoid January, February, December
Parkway on the map · best months to visit
Parkway, United States
- Best months May, June, August, September, October
- Avoid months January, February, December
- Visit score now 9/10
- Coordinates
- 38.50°, -121.46°
Quick answer
Plan your trip for May, June, August, September, October. Expect average highs near 31°C, lows near 15°C, and about 2 rainy days a month. Skip January, February, December when less favorable weather conditions sets in.
Warmest month
35°C
Coldest month
5°C
Wettest month
12d
Travel score by month
Each score weighs temperature comfort, rain, humidity, and outdoor conditions. Higher is better.
4.9 Jan
6 Feb
6.9 Mar
8.1 Apr
9.8 May
9.3 Jun
8.5 Jul
8.8 Aug
9.6 Sep
9.7 Oct
7.2 Nov
5.8 Dec
Excellent (7–10) Mixed (5–6) Tough (0–4)
Month-by-Month Recommendation
Tap any month to open its full weather page. Cards highlight score, temperature, rain, and comfort.
January
4.9 /10
Fair
14°C / 5°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 4.5/10
February
6 /10
Good
17°C / 6°C 7 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
March
6.9 /10
Good
18°C / 7°C 12 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
April
8.1 /10
Great
23°C / 10°C 5 rainy days Comfort Score: 7.3/10
May Best
9.8 /10
Excellent
28°C / 13°C 3 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
June Best
9.3 /10
Excellent
33°C / 16°C 1 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
July
8.5 /10
Excellent
35°C / 16°C 0 rainy days Comfort Score: 9.9/10
August Best
8.8 /10
Excellent
35°C / 17°C 0 rainy days Comfort Score: 9.9/10
September Best
9.6 /10
Excellent
32°C / 16°C 1 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
October Best
9.7 /10
Excellent
27°C / 13°C 3 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
November
7.2 /10
Great
19°C / 8°C 7 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
December
5.8 /10
Good
14°C / 5°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
Climate normals
Compare the monthly shape of temperature highs/lows and rainfall before locking in your dates.
Monthly Temperatures
High Low
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 14°C / 5°C . Feb: 17°C / 6°C . Mar: 18°C / 7°C . Apr: 23°C / 10°C . May: 28°C / 13°C . Jun: 33°C / 16°C . Jul: 35°C / 16°C . Aug: 35°C / 17°C . Sep: 32°C / 16°C . Oct: 27°C / 13°C . Nov: 19°C / 8°C . Dec: 14°C / 5°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 134 mm. Feb: 106 mm. Mar: 109 mm. Apr: 34 mm. May: 17 mm. Jun: 2 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 0 mm. Sep: 4 mm. Oct: 37 mm. Nov: 67 mm. Dec: 121 mm.
Season by Season
Season cards explain why scores rise and fall, with a representative month picked for each.
Spring
Avg score 8.3/10Mar, Apr, May
Average highs of 23°C (73°F) with 7 rainy days per month. Climate score: 8.3/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Spring.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Summer
Avg score 8.9/10Jun, Jul, Aug
Average highs of 34°C (93°F) with 0 rainy days per month. Climate score: 8.9/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Summer. Temperatures are at their seasonal peak.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Avg score 8.8/10Sep, Oct, Nov
Average highs of 26°C (79°F) with 4 rainy days per month. Climate score: 8.8/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Autumn. Temperatures are at their seasonal peak.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Winter
Avg score 5.6/10Dec, Jan, Feb
Average highs of 15°C (59°F) with 9 rainy days per month. Climate score: 5.6/10.
This month falls at the middle of Winter.
Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Parkway are May, June, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is low.
Consider avoiding January, February, December due to less favorable weather conditions.
Packing depends on the season. In peak months (May, June, August, September, October), light layers and sun protection are typical essentials.
Yes! May earns a climate score of 9.8/10 and is one of the best months to visit Parkway. Hot conditions, with highs reaching 28.3°C (83°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain is rare, falling on about 3 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.
Yes! June earns a climate score of 9.3/10 and is one of the best months to visit Parkway. Hot conditions, with highs reaching 33.4°C (92°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain is rare, falling on about 1 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.