Akron, United States experiences average highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 rainy days per month. Average highs have cooled by 0.8°C (1.4°F) across the available records.
Akron, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Akron, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Mar–Aug At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.1/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
5
Low
Temperature 16°C / 7°C
Feels Like 15°C / 5°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 96 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 72%
Wind Speed 17 km/h
Dew Point 7°C
Snow Days 8 days
Frost Days 16 days
Hottest Month
28°C
July
Avg Low19°C
Rain14days
Coldest Month
-5°C
January
Avg High2°C
Rain11days
Driest Month
9days
September
Avg High24°C
Avg Low16°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
March (Gusts 46)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:54
Daylight 15.1h
Sunset 21:01
Live conditions—
Akron on the map · live conditions
Akron, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Akron
- Population
- 197.5K
- Elevation
- 291 m
- Coordinates
- 41.08°, -81.52°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 16°C
Avg Low 6°C
Rain 15 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 13 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 10 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 4°C
Avg Low -4°C
Rain 11 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 2°C / -5°C . Feb: 6°C / -4°C . Mar: 10°C / 1°C . Apr: 16°C / 5°C . May: 21°C / 12°C . Jun: 26°C / 17°C . Jul: 28°C / 19°C . Aug: 27°C / 18°C . Sep: 24°C / 16°C . Oct: 18°C / 10°C . Nov: 10°C / 3°C . Dec: 5°C / -2°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 89 mm. Feb: 87 mm. Mar: 104 mm. Apr: 119 mm. May: 112 mm. Jun: 112 mm. Jul: 109 mm. Aug: 96 mm. Sep: 81 mm. Oct: 87 mm. Nov: 74 mm. Dec: 82 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 74%. Feb: 71%. Mar: 67%. Apr: 67%. May: 72%. Jun: 71%. Jul: 74%. Aug: 75%. Sep: 74%. Oct: 72%. Nov: 72%. Dec: 75%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 20 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 19 km/h . May: 17 km/h . Jun: 16 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 17 km/h . Nov: 19 km/h . Dec: 19 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 5h. Feb: 6h. Mar: 7h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 6h. Dec: 4h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 2. Feb: UV 3. Mar: UV 4. Apr: UV 6. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 4. Nov: UV 2. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 13 days. Feb: 10 days. Mar: 7 days. Apr: 3 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 5 days. Dec: 9 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 0.8°C (1.4°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 29°C | Jul · 28°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · -9°C | Jan · -5°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 147 mm | Apr · 119 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 22 km/h | Mar · 21 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Poor May best
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C / -5°C | -2°C / -10°C | 11days (89 mm) Wet | 4.5h Fair | 74% Muggy | 2.1 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| February | 6°C / -4°C | 1°C / -8°C | 11days (87 mm) Wet | 6.1h Fair | 71% Muggy | 3.1 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 10°C / 1°C | 7°C / -4°C | 14days (104 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 67% Muggy | 4.4 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 16°C / 5°C | 14°C / 2°C | 15days (119 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 67% Muggy | 5.5 High | Poor | View Details |
| May best | 21°C / 12°C | 21°C / 10°C | 15days (112 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 6.3 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 26°C / 17°C | 27°C / 17°C | 12days (112 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 6.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 28°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 14days (109 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 18°C | 29°C / 20°C | 12days (96 mm) Wet | 11.1h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 24°C / 16°C | 25°C / 15°C | 9days (81 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 74% Muggy | 5.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 18°C / 10°C | 16°C / 7°C | 11days (87 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 72% Muggy | 3.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| November | 10°C / 3°C | 6°C / -1°C | 11days (74 mm) Wet | 5.8h Fair | 72% Muggy | 2.4 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| December | 5°C / -2°C | 1°C / -7°C | 11days (82 mm) Wet | 4.4h Fair | 75% Muggy | 1.8 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Akron are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Akron, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Akron is July, with average daytime highs of 28°C (83°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Akron is January, with average overnight lows of -5°C (22°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Akron is April, averaging 119mm of precipitation across 15 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Akron runs through April, May, March, July, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Akron.
Akron receives approximately 98 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Akron.
The least favorable months to visit Akron are January, February, March, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Akron is 5, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Akron is 72%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Akron receives snow. Months with snowfall average 8 snow days and 11 cm (4 in) of accumulation, with about 16 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Akron are 17 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 46 km/h / 28 mph).
Akron averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 65%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Akron is 7°C (45°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Akron has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Akron ranges from 5°C (41°F) to 15°C (59°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Akron. It earns a climate score of 8.4/10 with Excellent.
For June in Akron, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 26°C (79°F) and 12 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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