Climate Insights for Basswood

Rural Municipality of Oakview, Manitoba, Canada

Hottest
July
24°C peak76°F peak
Coldest
February
-19°C low-3°F low
Wettest
June
91 mm rain3.6 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Basswood is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 535 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 91 mm of rainfall. Basswood 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 -19°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 140cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Basswood is cool. The average annual temperature is 36°F and approximately 21.1 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.6 in of rainfall. Basswood 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 -3°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 55in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -11°Average: -15°Min: -18°FebMax: -10°Average: -16°Min: -19°MarMax: -2°Average: -7°Min: -11°AprMax: 8°Average: 1°Min: -4°MayMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 5°JunMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°AugMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°SepMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 8°OctMax: 9°Average: 4°Min: 0°NovMax: -1°Average: -5°Min: -8°DecMax: -9°Average: -13°Min: -17°
Max
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Min
-10°F0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 13°FAverage: 5°FMin: -1°FFebMax: 13°FAverage: 4°FMin: -3°FMarMax: 28°FAverage: 19°FMin: 12°FAprMax: 46°FAverage: 34°FMin: 26°FMayMax: 65°FAverage: 52°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 72°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 56°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 55°FMin: 46°FOctMax: 49°FAverage: 39°FMin: 32°FNovMax: 31°FAverage: 23°FMin: 17°FDecMax: 16°FAverage: 9°FMin: 2°F
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Basswood has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 43°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 18°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -19°C and an average temperature of -16°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 10°C shift in average temperatures.Basswood has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 79°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 65°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -3°F and an average temperature of 4°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 18°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 17mmSnow: 16mmFebPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 13mmMarPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 21mmAprPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 24mmMayPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 5mmJunPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 12mmNovPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 23mmDecPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 26mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 6inFebPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 5inMarPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 8inAprPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 9inMayPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 5inNovPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 9inDecPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 10in
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Snow (in)

Basswood is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 535 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 45 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 91 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 14 mm. That's 77 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 140cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 26cm.Basswood is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.6 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 3 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 55in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 10in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17km/hFebWind Speed: 17km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 17km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 16km/hDecWind Speed: 16km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Basswood is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h 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 17km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Basswood is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph 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 10mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-15°5°F
Feb-16°4°F
Mar-7°19°F
Apr1°34°F
May11°52°F
Jun16°62°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct4°39°F
Nov-5°23°F
Dec-13°9°F

The best time to visit Basswood is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 74 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -19°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 Basswood is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°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 Basswood 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 Basswood 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
-18 °C-1 °F
-11 °C13 °F
17 km/h10 mph
17 mm0.7 in
16 cm6 in
Feb
-19 °C-3 °F
-10 °C13 °F
17 km/h11 mph
14 mm0.5 in
13 cm5 in
Mar
-11 °C12 °F
-2 °C28 °F
17 km/h11 mph
26 mm1 in
21 cm8 in
Apr
-4 °C26 °F
8 °C46 °F
17 km/h10 mph
41 mm1.6 in
24 cm9 in
May
5 °C42 °F
18 °C65 °F
15 km/h10 mph
64 mm2.5 in
5 cm2 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
22 °C72 °F
15 km/h9 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C56 °F
24 °C76 °F
13 km/h8 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C53 °F
24 °C75 °F
13 km/h8 mph
68 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
8 °C46 °F
19 °C67 °F
15 km/h9 mph
55 mm2.2 in
1 cm1 in
OctCurrent
0 °C32 °F
9 °C49 °F
16 km/h10 mph
42 mm1.6 in
12 cm5 in
Nov
-8 °C17 °F
-1 °C31 °F
16 km/h10 mph
28 mm1.1 in
23 cm9 in
Dec
-17 °C2 °F
-9 °C16 °F
16 km/h10 mph
27 mm1.1 in
26 cm10 in