Fargo, North Dakota, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Fargo, North Dakota, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Fargo, below is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Fargo, North Dakota, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Fargo, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

Important essentials for Fargo, North Dakota, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Fargo, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can wear out. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Fargo, North Dakota, United States of America by month

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January

January in Fargo can be dangerously cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain a bit less than half of the time. It also snows 5-10 days this month. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 70% to 70% range on average.

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February

February in Fargo can be bitter cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain a bit less than half of the time. It also snows about a third of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 70% to 80% range on average.

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March

March in Fargo is frosty. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain 5-10 days this month. It also snows once in a while. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.

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April

April in this region can be chilly. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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May

In May, Fargo is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 20s C) and occasionally jump into the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Fargo, with several of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 50%.

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June

June in Fargo is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) to high 70s F (mid 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

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July

In July, Fargo is hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (high 20s C) and sometimes jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (mid 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Fargo, with several of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 50%.

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August

August in Fargo is pretty consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

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September

September in Fargo is balmy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain 5-10 days this month. With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 40% to 50% range on average.

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October

October in Fargo is chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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November

November in Fargo is cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain once in a while. It also snows sometimes. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.

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December

If you go to Fargo in December, you will notice that it is biting cold and somewhat snowy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time and snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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Activities for Fargo, North Dakota, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Fargo.

If you see the Roger Maris Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

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