Climate Insights for Altona
Manitoba, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Altona is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 588 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 86 mm of rainfall. Altona 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 February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -17°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 124cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Altona is cool. The average annual temperature is 41°F and approximately 23.1 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.4 in of rainfall. Altona 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 February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 2°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 49in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Altona has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -17°C and an average temperature of -13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.Altona has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 79°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 2°F and an average temperature of 9°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 18°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Altona is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 588 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 86 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 16 mm. That's 71 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 124cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 32cm.Altona is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.4 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.6 in. That's 2.8 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 49in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 12in.
Wind
Altona is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Altona is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Altona is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 74 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -17°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 Altona is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°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 Altona 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 Altona 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.