Climate Insights for Amaranth
Rural Municipality of Alonsa, Manitoba, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Amaranth is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 520 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 71 mm of rainfall. Amaranth 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 133cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Amaranth is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 20.5 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 2.8 in of rainfall. Amaranth 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 1°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 52in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Amaranth has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 43°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. 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 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.Amaranth has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 78°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 1°F and an average temperature of 8°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 17°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Amaranth is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 520 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 43 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 71 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 15 mm. That's 55 mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 133cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 29cm.Amaranth is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 20.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 2.8 in of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 2.2 in less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 52in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 11in.
Wind
Amaranth is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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.Amaranth 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 October, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Amaranth is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 65 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -17°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Amaranth is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°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 Amaranth 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 Amaranth 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.