Climate Insights for Arrowhead

Columbia-Shuswap Regional District, British Columbia, Canada

Hottest
July
23°C peak73°F peak
Coldest
February
-8°C low17°F low
Wettest
November
179 mm rain7.1 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Arrowhead is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,483 mm of precipitation falls per year. Arrowhead receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Arrowhead 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 -8°C. Arrowhead experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Arrowhead is cool. The average annual temperature is 40°F and approximately 58.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Arrowhead receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Arrowhead 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°F. Arrowhead experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -3°Average: -5°Min: -7°FebMax: -2°Average: -6°Min: -8°MarMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -4°AprMax: 8°Average: 3°Min: -1°MayMax: 14°Average: 8°Min: 3°JunMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 7°JulMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°AugMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 11°SepMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 7°OctMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: 1°NovMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -3°DecMax: -2°Average: -4°Min: -6°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°FAverage: 23°FMin: 19°FFebMax: 28°FAverage: 22°FMin: 17°FMarMax: 38°FAverage: 31°FMin: 25°FAprMax: 46°FAverage: 37°FMin: 30°FMayMax: 57°FAverage: 47°FMin: 38°FJunMax: 64°FAverage: 54°FMin: 44°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 61°FMin: 51°FAugMax: 73°FAverage: 61°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 62°FAverage: 53°FMin: 45°FOctMax: 47°FAverage: 39°FMin: 34°FNovMax: 35°FAverage: 31°FMin: 27°FDecMax: 28°FAverage: 24°FMin: 21°F
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Temperatures in Arrowhead vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Arrowhead vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 61°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 17°F and the daily average is 22°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 119mmSnow: 118mmFebPrecipitation: 117mmSnow: 113mmMarPrecipitation: 131mmSnow: 111mmAprPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 57mmMayPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 8mmJunPrecipitation: 127mmSnow: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 76mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 121mmSnow: 2mmOctPrecipitation: 164mmSnow: 60mmNovPrecipitation: 179mmSnow: 131mmDecPrecipitation: 166mmSnow: 158mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32in34in36in38in40in42in44in46in48in50in52in54in56in58in60in62inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 46inFebPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 44inMarPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 44inAprPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 22inMayPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 3inJunPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 1inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 6.5inSnow (in): 24inNovPrecipitation: 7.1inSnow (in): 52inDecPrecipitation: 6.5inSnow (in): 62in
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Snow (in)

Arrowhead is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,483 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 124 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 179 mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 76 mm. That's 103 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. Arrowhead receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 759cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 158cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Arrowhead is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 58.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 7 in of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3 in. That's 4.1 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. Arrowhead receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 299in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 62in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

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

Arrowhead 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 November, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Arrowhead 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 November, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-5°23°F
Feb-6°22°F
Mar-1°31°F
Apr3°37°F
May8°47°F
Jun12°54°F
Jul16°61°F
Aug16°61°F
Sep11°53°F
Oct4°39°F
Nov-1°31°F
Dec-4°24°F

The best time to visit Arrowhead is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°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 Arrowhead is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 17°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 Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead 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
-7 °C19 °F
-3 °C27 °F
3 km/h2 mph
119 mm4.7 in
118 cm46 in
Feb
-8 °C17 °F
-2 °C28 °F
4 km/h2 mph
117 mm4.6 in
113 cm44 in
Mar
-4 °C25 °F
3 °C38 °F
4 km/h2 mph
131 mm5.1 in
111 cm44 in
Apr
-1 °C30 °F
8 °C46 °F
4 km/h2 mph
101 mm4 in
57 cm22 in
May
3 °C38 °F
14 °C57 °F
3 km/h2 mph
97 mm3.8 in
8 cm3 in
Jun
7 °C44 °F
18 °C64 °F
3 km/h2 mph
127 mm5 in
2 cm1 in
Jul
10 °C51 °F
23 °C73 °F
3 km/h2 mph
85 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
23 °C73 °F
3 km/h2 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C45 °F
17 °C62 °F
3 km/h2 mph
121 mm4.8 in
2 cm1 in
OctCurrent
1 °C34 °F
8 °C47 °F
4 km/h2 mph
164 mm6.5 in
60 cm24 in
Nov
-3 °C27 °F
2 °C35 °F
4 km/h2 mph
179 mm7.1 in
131 cm52 in
Dec
-6 °C21 °F
-2 °C28 °F
4 km/h2 mph
166 mm6.5 in
158 cm62 in