Climate Insights for Alexandria
Cariboo Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Alexandria is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 600 mm of precipitation falls per year. Alexandria receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alexandria 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 -11°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 176cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Alexandria is cool. The average annual temperature is 41°F and approximately 23.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Alexandria receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alexandria 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°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 69in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Alexandria has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Alexandria has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 64°F from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 77°F with a mean of 62°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 13°F and the daily average is 20°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Alexandria is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 600 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 50 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 64 mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 32 mm. That's 32 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 176cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 40cm.Alexandria is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 2.5 in of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.3 in. That's 1.3 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 69in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 16in.
Wind
Alexandria is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.Alexandria is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Alexandria is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 53 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Alexandria 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 2.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 13°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alexandria 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 Alexandria 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.