Climate Insights for Atikokan

Rainy River District, Ontario, Canada

Hottest
July
25°C peak76°F peak
Coldest
February
-17°C low1°F low
Wettest
September
106 mm rain4.2 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Atikokan is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 776 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 106 mm of rainfall. Atikokan 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°C. Atikokan experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Atikokan is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 30.6 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 4.2 in of rainfall. Atikokan 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 1°F. Atikokan experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -9°Average: -13°Min: -16°FebMax: -8°Average: -13°Min: -17°MarMax: 1°Average: -5°Min: -9°AprMax: 7°Average: 1°Min: -3°MayMax: 17°Average: 10°Min: 5°JunMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 14°AugMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°SepMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 10°OctMax: 10°Average: 7°Min: 4°NovMax: 2°Average: -2°Min: -4°DecMax: -6°Average: -10°Min: -13°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 16°FAverage: 8°FMin: 2°FFebMax: 18°FAverage: 9°FMin: 1°FMarMax: 34°FAverage: 23°FMin: 15°FAprMax: 45°FAverage: 35°FMin: 26°FMayMax: 62°FAverage: 50°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 60°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 57°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 51°FAverage: 44°FMin: 39°FNovMax: 35°FAverage: 29°FMin: 25°FDecMax: 21°FAverage: 14°FMin: 8°F
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Atikokan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 42°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 19°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -17°C and an average temperature of -13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.Atikokan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 75°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 66°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 1°F and an average temperature of 9°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 16°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 26mmFebPrecipitation: 33mmSnow: 29mmMarPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 28mmAprPrecipitation: 65mmSnow: 33mmMayPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 106mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 75mmSnow: 12mmNovPrecipitation: 48mmSnow: 32mmDecPrecipitation: 48mmSnow: 39mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 10inFebPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 11inMarPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 11inAprPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 13inMayPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 5inNovPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 13inDecPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 15in
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Snow (in)

Atikokan is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 776 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 65 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 106 mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 27 mm. That's 79 mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Atikokan receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 202cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 39cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Atikokan is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 30.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 4.2 in of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.1 in. That's 3.1 in less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Atikokan receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 79in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 15in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Atikokan is relatively calm, 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 November, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Atikokan is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, 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-13°8°F
Feb-13°9°F
Mar-5°23°F
Apr1°35°F
May10°50°F
Jun16°60°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct7°44°F
Nov-2°29°F
Dec-10°14°F

The best time to visit Atikokan is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 87 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -17°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 Atikokan is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°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 Atikokan 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 Atikokan 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
-16 °C2 °F
-9 °C16 °F
11 km/h7 mph
27 mm1.1 in
26 cm10 in
Feb
-17 °C1 °F
-8 °C18 °F
12 km/h7 mph
33 mm1.3 in
29 cm11 in
Mar
-9 °C15 °F
1 °C34 °F
12 km/h7 mph
38 mm1.5 in
28 cm11 in
Apr
-3 °C26 °F
7 °C45 °F
12 km/h8 mph
65 mm2.5 in
33 cm13 in
May
5 °C41 °F
17 °C62 °F
11 km/h7 mph
62 mm2.5 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
11 °C51 °F
22 °C71 °F
11 km/h7 mph
88 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C58 °F
25 °C76 °F
11 km/h7 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
23 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
100 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
19 °C66 °F
12 km/h7 mph
106 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
4 °C39 °F
10 °C51 °F
13 km/h8 mph
75 mm3 in
12 cm5 in
Nov
-4 °C25 °F
2 °C35 °F
14 km/h8 mph
48 mm1.9 in
32 cm13 in
Dec
-13 °C8 °F
-6 °C21 °F
12 km/h7 mph
48 mm1.9 in
39 cm15 in