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Exploring Amherst

The city of Amherst has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Amherst include:

• University of Nebraska Kearney
• Big Apple Fun Center
• Classic Car Collection
• Viaero Event Center
• Great Platte River Road Archway
• Fort Kearny State Historical Park
• Cottonmill Lake

When arranging your Amherst getaway, you can also use ebookers to find a convenient flight into Kearney, NE (EAR-Kearney Regional) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or time of departure to find the one that'll meet your needs.

When is the Best Time to Explore Amherst?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to explore Amherst, you may find this information about seasonal weather helpful when you are organising your getaway. The warmest months in Amherst are typically July and August, whereas the coldest months are usually January and February. The months with the most rain are May and June, whereas January and February have the least.

Here's an overview on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 12°C and at night it is -7°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 87 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 28°C during the day and 5°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 354 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 31°C and the night-time average is 14°C. Average precipitation for this season is 231 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 18°C and -5°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 119 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Amherst is 791 mm.