Climate Insights for Atherton

The climate in Atherton is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1,035 mm of precipitation falls per year. Atherton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Atherton 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 -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 128cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Atherton is cool. The average annual temperature is 50°F and approximately 40.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Atherton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Atherton 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 24°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 50in accumulating over the season.

Temperatures in Atherton vary considerably across the year, with a 31°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 22°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Atherton vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 24°F and the daily average is 29°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Atherton is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,035 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 99 mm of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 63 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 128cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 35cm.Atherton is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 3.9 in of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.5 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 50in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 14in.

Atherton is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/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 20km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Atherton is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, 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 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.

The best time to visit Atherton is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°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 Atherton is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 24°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.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Atherton 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 Atherton 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.