Climate Insights for Big Island Lake

Saskatchewan, Canada

Hottest
July
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
February
-18°C low0°F low
Wettest
June
90 mm rain3.5 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Big Island Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 460 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 90 mm of rainfall. Big Island Lake 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 124cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Big Island Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 36°F and approximately 18.1 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.5 in of rainfall. Big Island Lake 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 0°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 49in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -9°Average: -13°Min: -17°FebMax: -8°Average: -14°Min: -18°MarMax: 0°Average: -6°Min: -11°AprMax: 9°Average: 3°Min: -3°MayMax: 19°Average: 11°Min: 5°JunMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 10°JulMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°AugMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 11°SepMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 7°OctMax: 8°Average: 3°Min: 0°NovMax: -2°Average: -5°Min: -8°DecMax: -9°Average: -13°Min: -16°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 16°FAverage: 8°FMin: 2°FFebMax: 18°FAverage: 7°FMin: 0°FMarMax: 32°FAverage: 21°FMin: 13°FAprMax: 49°FAverage: 37°FMin: 27°FMayMax: 66°FAverage: 53°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 50°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 65°FAverage: 53°FMin: 44°FOctMax: 47°FAverage: 38°FMin: 31°FNovMax: 29°FAverage: 23°FMin: 18°FDecMax: 16°FAverage: 9°FMin: 3°F
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Big Island Lake has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 42°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 -18°C and an average temperature of -14°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 9°C shift in average temperatures.Big Island Lake has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 75°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 64°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 0°F and an average temperature of 7°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 16°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 20mmFebPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 14mmMarPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 21mmAprPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 13mmMayPrecipitation: 43mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 67mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 59mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 13mmNovPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 20mmDecPrecipitation: 19mmSnow: 19mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 8inFebPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 6inMarPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 8inAprPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 5inNovPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 7in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Big Island Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 460 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 90 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 16 mm. That's 74 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 124cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 21cm.Big Island Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.5 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 2.9 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 49in accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 8in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Big Island Lake is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.Big Island Lake is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-13°8°F
Feb-14°7°F
Mar-6°21°F
Apr3°37°F
May11°53°F
Jun15°59°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug16°62°F
Sep11°53°F
Oct3°38°F
Nov-5°23°F
Dec-13°9°F

The best time to visit Big Island Lake is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 72 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -18°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 Big Island Lake is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°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 Big Island Lake 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 Big Island Lake 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
-17 °C2 °F
-9 °C16 °F
11 km/h7 mph
22 mm0.9 in
20 cm8 in
Feb
-18 °C0 °F
-8 °C18 °F
11 km/h7 mph
16 mm0.6 in
14 cm6 in
Mar
-11 °C13 °F
0 °C32 °F
11 km/h7 mph
24 mm0.9 in
21 cm8 in
Apr
-3 °C27 °F
9 °C49 °F
12 km/h7 mph
24 mm0.9 in
13 cm5 in
May
5 °C41 °F
19 °C66 °F
12 km/h7 mph
43 mm1.7 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
10 °C50 °F
22 °C71 °F
12 km/h7 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
67 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
23 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C44 °F
18 °C65 °F
11 km/h7 mph
42 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
0 °C31 °F
8 °C47 °F
12 km/h8 mph
32 mm1.3 in
13 cm5 in
Nov
-8 °C18 °F
-2 °C29 °F
11 km/h7 mph
23 mm0.9 in
20 cm8 in
Dec
-16 °C3 °F
-9 °C16 °F
11 km/h7 mph
19 mm0.8 in
19 cm7 in