Climate Insights for Airdrie
Alberta, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Airdrie is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 518 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 100 mm of rainfall. Airdrie is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, December, January, when temperatures can drop to -13°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 142cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Airdrie is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 20.4 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.9 in of rainfall. Airdrie is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, December, January, when temperatures can drop to 8°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 56in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Airdrie has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Airdrie has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 68°F from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 61°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 8°F and the daily average is 16°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Airdrie is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 518 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 43 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 100 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 12 mm. That's 88 mm less than June, 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 142cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.Airdrie is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 20.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.9 in of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.5 in. That's 3.5 in less than June, 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 56in accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 9in.
Wind
Airdrie is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Airdrie is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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 Airdrie is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 72 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -13°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 Airdrie is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°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 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.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 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.