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Outdoor activities Potential

88/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

July, August, September

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

-6°C – 16°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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Good For

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The best time to visit Sun Valley for hiking is July, August, September, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Sun Valley

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
38Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
-6°65
February
39Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
-5°46
March
38Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
-2°42
April
40Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
38
May
43Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
50
June
70Good
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°40
July
88Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°16
August
87Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
15°16
September
77Good
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°20
October
46Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
34
November
41Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
-3°38
December
36Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
-6°71

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Sun Valley

When is the best time to visit Sun Valley for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Sun Valley for outdoor activities is typically in July, August, September, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Sun Valley?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Sun Valley, making it a year-round destination for outdoor activities.

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