Climate Insights for Acton Vale
Acton, Quebec, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Acton Vale is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,267 mm of precipitation falls per year. Acton Vale receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Acton Vale is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Acton Vale experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Acton Vale is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 49.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Acton Vale receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Acton Vale is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 11°F. Acton Vale experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Acton Vale has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Acton Vale has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 68°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 11°F and the daily average is 18°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Acton Vale is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,267 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 106 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 135 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 73 mm. That's 62 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Acton Vale receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 241cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 60cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Acton Vale is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 49.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.2 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 5.3 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.9 in. That's 2.4 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Acton Vale receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 95in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 23in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Acton Vale is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Acton Vale is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Acton Vale is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 73 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -12°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Acton Vale is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 79°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 11°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Acton Vale 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Acton Vale based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.