Climate Insights for Argenta

Regional District of Central Kootenay, British Columbia, Canada

Hottest
July
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
December
-12°C low11°F low
Wettest
November
130 mm rain5.1 in rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Argenta is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 1,196 mm of precipitation falls per year. Argenta receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Argenta 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 December, February, January, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Argenta experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Argenta is cool. The average annual temperature is 36°F and approximately 47.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Argenta receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Argenta 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 December, February, January, when temperatures can drop to 11°F. Argenta experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -5°Average: -8°Min: -10°FebMax: -4°Average: -8°Min: -11°MarMax: 1°Average: -3°Min: -7°AprMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -3°MayMax: 12°Average: 6°Min: 1°JunMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 5°JulMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 9°AugMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 9°SepMax: 16°Average: 10°Min: 5°OctMax: 6°Average: 1°Min: -3°NovMax: -1°Average: -5°Min: -8°DecMax: -6°Average: -9°Min: -12°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 23°FAverage: 18°FMin: 13°FFebMax: 24°FAverage: 18°FMin: 12°FMarMax: 34°FAverage: 27°FMin: 20°FAprMax: 42°FAverage: 34°FMin: 26°FMayMax: 53°FAverage: 42°FMin: 33°FJunMax: 62°FAverage: 51°FMin: 41°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°FSepMax: 60°FAverage: 49°FMin: 41°FOctMax: 43°FAverage: 34°FMin: 26°FNovMax: 29°FAverage: 23°FMin: 18°FDecMax: 21°FAverage: 16°FMin: 11°F
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Temperatures in Argenta vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 15°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 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Argenta vary considerably across the year, with a 60°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 59°F. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to 11°F and the daily average is 16°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 15°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 88mmFebPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 100mmMarPrecipitation: 106mmSnow: 98mmAprPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 68mmMayPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 19mmJunPrecipitation: 126mmSnow: 8mmJulPrecipitation: 76mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 6mmOctPrecipitation: 117mmSnow: 76mmNovPrecipitation: 130mmSnow: 114mmDecPrecipitation: 127mmSnow: 123mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32in34in36in38in40in42in44in46in48inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 35inFebPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 39inMarPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 39inAprPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 27inMayPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 7inJunPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 3inJulPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 2inOctPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 30inNovPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 45inDecPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 48in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Argenta is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,196 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 130 mm of rainfall. December and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 61 mm. That's 69 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Argenta receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 700cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 123cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Argenta is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 47.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.1 in of rainfall. December and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2.4 in. That's 2.7 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Argenta receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 276in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 48in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 4km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 4km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 4km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 2mphFebWind Speed: 2mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 2mph
Wind Speed

Argenta is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Argenta is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-8°18°F
Feb-8°18°F
Mar-3°27°F
Apr1°34°F
May6°42°F
Jun11°51°F
Jul15°59°F
Aug15°59°F
Sep10°49°F
Oct1°34°F
Nov-5°23°F
Dec-9°16°F

The best time to visit Argenta is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 76 mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -12°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 Argenta is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 59°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 11°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 Argenta 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 Argenta 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
-10 °C13 °F
-5 °C23 °F
4 km/h2 mph
89 mm3.5 in
88 cm35 in
Feb
-11 °C12 °F
-4 °C24 °F
4 km/h2 mph
101 mm4 in
100 cm39 in
Mar
-7 °C20 °F
1 °C34 °F
4 km/h3 mph
106 mm4.2 in
98 cm39 in
Apr
-3 °C26 °F
5 °C42 °F
4 km/h3 mph
94 mm3.7 in
68 cm27 in
May
1 °C33 °F
12 °C53 °F
4 km/h2 mph
82 mm3.2 in
19 cm7 in
Jun
5 °C41 °F
17 °C62 °F
4 km/h3 mph
126 mm5 in
8 cm3 in
Jul
9 °C48 °F
22 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
9 °C48 °F
22 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
61 mm2.4 in
1 cm0 in
Sep
5 °C41 °F
16 °C60 °F
4 km/h2 mph
87 mm3.4 in
6 cm2 in
OctCurrent
-3 °C26 °F
6 °C43 °F
4 km/h2 mph
117 mm4.6 in
76 cm30 in
Nov
-8 °C18 °F
-1 °C29 °F
4 km/h2 mph
130 mm5.1 in
114 cm45 in
Dec
-12 °C11 °F
-6 °C21 °F
4 km/h2 mph
127 mm5 in
123 cm48 in