Climate Insights for Amherstburg

Essex County, Ontario, Canada

Hottest
July
26°C peak79°F peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low26°F low
Wettest
April
103 mm rain4 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Amherstburg is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1,030 mm of precipitation falls per year. Amherstburg receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Amherstburg 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 -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 93cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Amherstburg is temperate. The average annual temperature is 51°F and approximately 40.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Amherstburg receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Amherstburg 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 26°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 36in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -2°Min: -3°FebMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -3°MarMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 1°AprMax: 10°Average: 7°Min: 6°MayMax: 17°Average: 14°Min: 12°JunMax: 23°Average: 20°Min: 18°JulMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 22°AugMax: 25°Average: 23°Min: 21°SepMax: 22°Average: 20°Min: 18°OctMax: 16°Average: 14°Min: 12°NovMax: 8°Average: 6°Min: 5°DecMax: 3°Average: 1°Min: 0°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°FAverage: 29°FMin: 26°FFebMax: 35°FAverage: 30°FMin: 27°FMarMax: 41°FAverage: 37°FMin: 33°FAprMax: 50°FAverage: 45°FMin: 42°FMayMax: 62°FAverage: 57°FMin: 54°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 69°FMin: 65°FJulMax: 79°FAverage: 74°FMin: 71°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 73°FMin: 70°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 68°FMin: 65°FOctMax: 61°FAverage: 56°FMin: 53°FNovMax: 47°FAverage: 43°FMin: 40°FDecMax: 37°FAverage: 34°FMin: 31°F
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Temperatures in Amherstburg vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Amherstburg vary considerably across the year, with a 53°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 26°F and the daily average is 29°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 23mmFebPrecipitation: 75mmSnow: 27mmMarPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 11mmAprPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 6mmMayPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 67mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 9mmDecPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 16mm
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0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 9inFebPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 11inMarPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 4inAprPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 3inDecPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 6in
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Amherstburg is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,030 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 103 mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 67 mm. That's 36 mm less than April, 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 93cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 27cm.Amherstburg is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 4.1 in of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.6 in. That's 1.4 in less than April, 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 36in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 11in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 24km/hFebWind Speed: 24km/hMarWind Speed: 23km/hAprWind Speed: 22km/hMayWind Speed: 20km/hJunWind Speed: 19km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 17km/hSepWind Speed: 18km/hOctWind Speed: 23km/hNovWind Speed: 24km/hDecWind Speed: 24km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15mphFebWind Speed: 15mphMarWind Speed: 14mphAprWind Speed: 14mphMayWind Speed: 12mphJunWind Speed: 12mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 11mphOctWind Speed: 14mphNovWind Speed: 15mphDecWind Speed: 15mph
Wind Speed

Amherstburg is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/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 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/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 24km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 22km/h in autumn.Amherstburg is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 15mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph 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 15mph in winter, 13mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 14mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°29°F
Feb-1°30°F
Mar3°37°F
Apr7°45°F
May14°57°F
Jun20°69°F
Jul24°74°F
Aug23°73°F
Sep20°68°F
Oct14°56°F
Nov6°43°F
Dec1°34°F

The best time to visit Amherstburg is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 77 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°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 Amherstburg is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 26°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 Amherstburg 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 Amherstburg 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-3 °C26 °F
0 °C33 °F
24 km/h15 mph
87 mm3.4 in
23 cm9 in
Feb
-3 °C27 °F
2 °C35 °F
24 km/h15 mph
75 mm3 in
27 cm11 in
Mar
1 °C33 °F
5 °C41 °F
23 km/h14 mph
92 mm3.6 in
11 cm4 in
Apr
6 °C42 °F
10 °C50 °F
22 km/h14 mph
103 mm4 in
6 cm2 in
May
12 °C54 °F
17 °C62 °F
20 km/h12 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
18 °C65 °F
23 °C74 °F
19 km/h12 mph
77 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
22 °C71 °F
26 °C79 °F
16 km/h10 mph
90 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C70 °F
25 °C78 °F
17 km/h10 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C65 °F
22 °C72 °F
18 km/h11 mph
67 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
12 °C53 °F
16 °C61 °F
23 km/h14 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
5 °C40 °F
8 °C47 °F
24 km/h15 mph
82 mm3.2 in
9 cm3 in
Dec
0 °C31 °F
3 °C37 °F
24 km/h15 mph
88 mm3.5 in
16 cm6 in