Climate Insights for Barrhead

Town of Barrhead, Alberta, Canada

Hottest
July
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
February
-15°C low5°F low
Wettest
June
108 mm rain4.2 in rain
Best to Visit
August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Barrhead is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 546 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 108 mm of rainfall. Barrhead 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, December, January, when temperatures can drop to -15°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 122cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Barrhead is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 21.5 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 4.2 in of rainfall. Barrhead 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, December, January, when temperatures can drop to 5°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 48in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -5°Average: -10°Min: -14°FebMax: -5°Average: -11°Min: -15°MarMax: 2°Average: -4°Min: -9°AprMax: 11°Average: 4°Min: -2°MayMax: 19°Average: 12°Min: 5°JunMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 10°JulMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°AugMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°SepMax: 19°Average: 11°Min: 6°OctMax: 10°Average: 4°Min: -1°NovMax: 1°Average: -4°Min: -7°DecMax: -6°Average: -11°Min: -15°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 22°FAverage: 14°FMin: 7°FFebMax: 24°FAverage: 13°FMin: 5°FMarMax: 36°FAverage: 24°FMin: 16°FAprMax: 52°FAverage: 39°FMin: 29°FMayMax: 66°FAverage: 53°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 61°FMin: 51°FSepMax: 65°FAverage: 52°FMin: 43°FOctMax: 49°FAverage: 38°FMin: 31°FNovMax: 33°FAverage: 25°FMin: 19°FDecMax: 21°FAverage: 12°FMin: 6°F
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Barrhead has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -15°C and the daily average is -11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Barrhead has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 70°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 63°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 5°F and the daily average is 13°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 15°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 19mmFebPrecipitation: 18mmSnow: 17mmMarPrecipitation: 19mmSnow: 17mmAprPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 13mmMayPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 108mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 3mmOctPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 9mmNovPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 20mmDecPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 23mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 8inFebPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 7inMarPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 7inAprPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 4inNovPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 9in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Barrhead is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 546 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 45 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 108 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 18 mm. That's 90 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 122cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.Barrhead is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 4.3 in of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.7 in. That's 3.5 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 48in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 9in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Barrhead is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Barrhead is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6mph, 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-10°14°F
Feb-11°13°F
Mar-4°24°F
Apr4°39°F
May12°53°F
Jun15°59°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug16°61°F
Sep11°52°F
Oct4°38°F
Nov-4°25°F
Dec-11°12°F

The best time to visit Barrhead is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 69 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 24°C, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to -15°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Barrhead is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.7 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 75°F, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Barrhead 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 Barrhead 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
-14 °C7 °F
-5 °C22 °F
10 km/h6 mph
22 mm0.9 in
19 cm8 in
Feb
-15 °C5 °F
-5 °C24 °F
10 km/h6 mph
18 mm0.7 in
17 cm7 in
Mar
-9 °C16 °F
2 °C36 °F
10 km/h6 mph
19 mm0.8 in
17 cm7 in
Apr
-2 °C29 °F
11 °C52 °F
11 km/h7 mph
28 mm1.1 in
13 cm5 in
May
5 °C42 °F
19 °C66 °F
11 km/h7 mph
64 mm2.5 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
10 °C49 °F
21 °C71 °F
11 km/h7 mph
108 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C53 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h6 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
10 °C51 °F
23 °C74 °F
10 km/h6 mph
69 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C43 °F
19 °C65 °F
10 km/h6 mph
36 mm1.4 in
3 cm1 in
OctCurrent
-1 °C31 °F
10 °C49 °F
11 km/h7 mph
29 mm1.2 in
9 cm4 in
Nov
-7 °C19 °F
1 °C33 °F
10 km/h6 mph
25 mm1 in
20 cm8 in
Dec
-15 °C6 °F
-6 °C21 °F
10 km/h6 mph
25 mm1 in
23 cm9 in