Climate Insights for Beaton
Columbia-Shuswap Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Beaton is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1,377 mm of precipitation falls per year. Beaton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Beaton is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Beaton experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Beaton is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 54.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Beaton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Beaton is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 16°F. Beaton experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Beaton vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Beaton vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 72°F with a mean of 61°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 16°F and the daily average is 21°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Beaton is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,377 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 115 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 173 mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 61 mm. That's 112 mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Beaton receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 768cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 156cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Beaton is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 54.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.5 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.8 in of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2.4 in. That's 4.4 in less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Beaton receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 302in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 61in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Beaton is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Beaton is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Beaton is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 65 mm per month. By contrast, February 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.The best time to visit Beaton is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 16°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 Beaton 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 Beaton 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.