Climate Overview
The climate in Cape Dyer is cold. The average annual temperature is -9°C and approximately 513mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 75mm of rainfall. Cape Dyer 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, March, when temperatures can drop to -27°C. Cape Dyer experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Cape Dyer vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 4°C with a mean of 3°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -27°C and an average temperature of -25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Cape Dyer is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 513mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 43mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 75mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 12mm. That's 63mm less than November, 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. Cape Dyer receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 299cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 55cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Cape Dyer 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 November, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/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 18km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Cape Dyer, which began on March 20, 2026. Cape Dyer is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 4°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -27°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -23 to -4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 100mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from -2 to 4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 134mm over the season and a monthly average of 45mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -11 to 0°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 179mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. Expect around 117cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -27 to -14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 99mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 73cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cape Dyer 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.