Climate Overview
The climate in Anahim Lake Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 686mm of precipitation falls per year. Anahim Lake Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Anahim Lake Airport 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 December, February, January, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Anahim Lake Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Anahim Lake Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Anahim Lake Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 686mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 93mm of rainfall. October and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 35mm. That's 58mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Anahim Lake Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 260cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 50cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Anahim Lake Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Anahim Lake Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Anahim Lake Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -12°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -7 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 110mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 4 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 162mm for the season, averaging 54mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -6 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 229mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Expect around 81cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -12 to -2°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 185mm for the season, averaging 62mm per month. Expect around 129cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Anahim Lake Airport 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.
