Petal, United States experiences average highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 11 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Petal, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Petal, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Nov 
Wetter season: Mar–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.2/10
Best: March, April, May, October, November
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 25°C / 16°C
Feels Like 27°C / 16°C
Rainy Days 11
Rainfall 114 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 74%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 16°C
Frost Days 3 days
Hottest Month
33°C
July
Avg Low24°C
Rain19days
Coldest Month
6°C
January
Avg High15°C
Rain10days
Driest Month
6days
October
Avg High27°C
Avg Low17°C
Windiest Month
17 km/h
February (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:54
Daylight 14.2h
Sunset 20:04
Live conditions—
Petal on the map · live conditions
Petal, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Petal
- Population
- 10.7K
- Elevation
- 48 m
- Coordinates
- 31.35°, -89.26°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 11 days/mo
3/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 18 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 7 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 10 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: 15°C / 6°C . Feb: 19°C / 10°C . Mar: 22°C / 12°C . Apr: 25°C / 15°C . May: 29°C / 19°C . Jun: 32°C / 23°C . Jul: 33°C / 24°C . Aug: 33°C / 24°C . Sep: 31°C / 22°C . Oct: 27°C / 17°C . Nov: 21°C / 11°C . Dec: 17°C / 9°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 124 mm. Feb: 111 mm. Mar: 120 mm. Apr: 118 mm. May: 134 mm. Jun: 135 mm. Jul: 133 mm. Aug: 147 mm. Sep: 78 mm. Oct: 69 mm. Nov: 78 mm. Dec: 120 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 73%. Feb: 75%. Mar: 74%. Apr: 72%. May: 74%. Jun: 76%. Jul: 79%. Aug: 77%. Sep: 72%. Oct: 66%. Nov: 71%. Dec: 77%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 16 km/h . Feb: 17 km/h . Mar: 17 km/h . Apr: 16 km/h . May: 14 km/h . Jun: 12 km/h . Jul: 11 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 11 km/h . Oct: 13 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 14 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 7h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 6h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 14 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 33°C | Jul · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 3°C | Jan · 6°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 215 mm | Aug · 147 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 19 km/h | Feb · 17 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Good March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May best
Good June
Poor July
Wet August
Poor September
Fair October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 6°C | 14°C / 3°C | 10days (124 mm) Wet | 6.9h Fair | 73% Muggy | 3.8 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| February | 19°C / 10°C | 19°C / 8°C | 9days (111 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 75% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March best | 22°C / 12°C | 22°C / 11°C | 11days (120 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 74% Muggy | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 25°C / 15°C | 26°C / 14°C | 10days (118 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 72% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 29°C / 19°C | 32°C / 21°C | 11days (134 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 32°C / 23°C | 37°C / 26°C | 17days (135 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| July | 33°C / 24°C | 38°C / 29°C | 19days (133 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 33°C / 24°C | 38°C / 28°C | 17days (147 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 77% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 31°C / 22°C | 34°C / 25°C | 9days (78 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 6.9 High | Fair | View Details |
| October best | 27°C / 17°C | 28°C / 17°C | 6days (69 mm) Good | 9.2h Good | 66% Muggy | 5.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 21°C / 11°C | 21°C / 10°C | 7days (78 mm) Good | 7.7h Good | 71% Muggy | 4.1 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 17°C / 9°C | 17°C / 7°C | 11days (120 mm) Wet | 6.2h Fair | 77% Humid | 3.5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Petal are March, April, May, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Petal, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Petal is July, with average daytime highs of 33°C (91°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Petal is January, with average overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Petal is August, averaging 147mm of precipitation across 17 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Petal runs through July, June, August, March, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Petal.
Petal receives approximately 107 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Petal.
The least favorable months to visit Petal are July, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider March, April, May, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Petal is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Petal is 74%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Petal rarely sees significant snowfall but does experience frost, averaging 3 frost days during the colder months.
Average wind speeds in Petal are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 17 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Petal averages 6 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 55%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Petal is 16°C (61°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Petal 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 Petal ranges from 16°C (61°F) to 27°C (81°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Petal, with a climate score of 4.2/10. Consider visiting during March, April, May, October, November instead for better conditions.
For June in Petal, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 32°C (90°F) and 17 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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