When is the best time to ride the Katy Trail?
Any time is great, but my preferences are May, September, and October. Before May, some of the businesses are closed for the season. In late May and June, Missouri has frequent thunderstorms or just rain, so you might get drenched or have to seek cover. July and August are hot and humid, but things cool off in September (mainly late September). Of course, the natural beauty of the trail is enhanced by fall foliage, generally peaking in mid-October. These are only generalizations, you could end up with a miserably hot day in early May, or a cool and refreshing day in August. Follow this link for Missouri average temperatures and precipitation, and current Katy Trail weather conditions. As for the best time of day, mornings are obviously cooler, and there’s a better chance of seeing wildlife. But there is a downside to being out there early in the morning: if you’re the first person of the day on a wooded section of trail, you might be surprised by the occasional spider web in your face!
