Climate Insights for Bayfield
Huron County, Ontario, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Bayfield is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1,174 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bayfield receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bayfield is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Bayfield experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Bayfield is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 46.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Bayfield receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bayfield is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 25°F. Bayfield experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bayfield vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 21°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Bayfield vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 69°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 25°F and the daily average is 29°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bayfield is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,174 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 129 mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 74 mm. That's 55 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Bayfield receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 233cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 61cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Bayfield is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 5.1 in of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 2.9 in. That's 2.2 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Bayfield receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 92in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 24in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Bayfield is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 28km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 13km/h gap 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 27km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 23km/h in autumn.Bayfield is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 17mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8mph gap 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 17mph in winter, 13mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 14mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bayfield is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 82 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°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 Bayfield is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 25°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 Bayfield 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 Bayfield 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.