Climate Overview
The climate in Airdrie is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 653mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 195mm of rainfall. Airdrie is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, August, July. The coldest months are December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to -16°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 85cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Airdrie has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. June is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 15°C. December brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -16°C and an average temperature of -12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 14°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Airdrie is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 653mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 54mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 195mm of rainfall. August and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 10mm. That's 186mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 85cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 22cm.
Wind
Airdrie is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
52 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Airdrie, which began on June 21, 2026. Airdrie is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in June at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -16°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -2 to 18°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 120mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 390mm across the season with a monthly average of 130mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 18°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 88mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Expect around 20cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -16 to 6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 54mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Expect around 47cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Airdrie based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
