Best Time to Visit USA

The USA sees the highest number of travelers during the summer season from June to August. The weather in most of the regions in the USA is pleasant during the summer time. A great festival which is Independence Day is celebrated in the month of July wherein tourists can see the culture of the country and dive into its history. There is no rainy season or monsoon season to be precise in the USA. Most of the rain occurs either in the summer months from July to August or in the autumn season from September to November. 

From the frozen, northern-lights dominated lands of Alaska to the tropical islands of Hawaii, the climate varies extensively. Different parts of the USA experience different weather throughout the year. However, bearing in mind every zone, it can be concluded that the best time to visit the USA from India is during the fall and spring months and winter as well if snow is not a factor. Go through the following guide to find out the best time to visit the USA.

March - May (12°C to 22°C)

March, April and May are the spring months in USA with temperatures ranging in between 12 degree to 22 degree celsius. By the end of March, the bite of winter starts to ease. The snow melts and ice thaws, the leaves in Central Park start to turn green again and the National Parks come alive by the beginning of May. Even though beach activities have not started yet, sightseeing and all other fun things can be enjoyed during these months in the USA. This is basically a spring season and considered to be the best season to visit USA.

Events and Festivals: Get to attend St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago during a March tour to the USA. Enjoy the ski season in the month of April in Colorado. 

June - August (19°C to 30°C)

With temperature ranging in between 19 degree to 30 degree celsius, the period from June to August is the time for summer months in USA. Northern parts of the US are warm and pleasant, while the south can be balmy and humid.

Tips: This is a good time to enjoy hiking, trekking and other outdoor activities. Visitors can also attend the Independence Day of America which is celebrated on the 4th of July.

Events and Festivals: Take part in the festivities of Independence Day which takes place on the 4th of July. 

September - November (4°C to 26°C)

From September to November, the season of autumn in the USA with the temperature hovering around 4 degree to 26 degree celsius. Autumn months in the USA offer enticing views of the lush green parks and forests turning into shades of red, orange, vermillion and yellow. Though the weather is still warm and sunny in some places, storms start prevailing in the southern parts.

Tips: This is the cheapest time to travel to the USA. Moreover, one can also enjoy the celebration of Thanksgiving Day on a tour to this iconic destination during the month of November.

Events and Festivals: A very popular festival takes place in the month of November, which is called Thanksgiving Day. 

December - January (8°C to -1°C)

Snowfall starts around late November and continues well into December. And, as the temperature ranges in between 8 degrees to minus 1 degree celsius, the northern parts experience cold and chilly weather, while the southern states are mildly cool and the weather is quite pleasant there. The city destinations like New York, Chicago or Los Angeles are the best to visit during the season of winter in the USA.

Tips: One can partake in the celebration of Christmas and New Year for a memorable experience.

Events and Festivals: Christmas and New Year’s Eve festivities are in full bloom during these months. The streets in New York and parts of the USA are bustled with celebrations and events. 

Famous festivals in the USA: America is a lively country where you see a plethora of celebrations related to music, art, culture, food, and folk. A few of the most celebrated festivals are Kutztown Folk Festival, New Orleans Mardi Gras, and the Boston Seafood Festival. To celebrate the Pennsylvanian German population, the Kutztown Folk Festival is celebrated. People gather in large crowds on the festival grounds wearing traditional costumes and traditional soundtracks played in the background. It is celebrated in the first week of July. The social clubs in New Orleans organized the New Orleans Mardi Gras festival where people dress up colorfully and parade around the city. The festival is celebrated in March. Visit the Boston Seafood Festival in August and relish the delicious seafood.