Climate Insights for Battleford
Saskatchewan, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Battleford is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 412 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 71 mm of rainfall. Battleford 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 -18°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 111cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Battleford is cool. The average annual temperature is 37°F and approximately 16.2 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 2.8 in of rainfall. Battleford 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. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 44in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Battleford has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 43°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 18°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -14°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 9°C shift in average temperatures.Battleford has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 78°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 65°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -1°F and an average temperature of 6°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 17°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Battleford is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 412 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 34 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 71 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 15 mm. That's 55 mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 111cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.Battleford is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 16.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.3 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 2.8 in of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 2.2 in less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 44in accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 10in.
Wind
Battleford is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 15km/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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Battleford is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 9mph, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Battleford 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 63 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -18°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Battleford 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 2.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -1°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 Battleford 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 Battleford 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.