Climate Overview
The climate in Barrière is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 844mm of precipitation falls per year. Barrière receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Barrière 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Barrière experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Barrière 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 25°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Barrière is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 844mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 70mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 92mm of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 47mm. That's 45mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Barrière receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 230cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 49cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Barrière is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Barrière, which began on March 20, 2026. Barrière is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -9°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 181mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 230mm for the season, averaging 77mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -3 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 245mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Expect around 59cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -9 to -1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 188mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Expect around 130cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Barrière is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 69mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -9°C. 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 Barrière 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.