Climate Insights for Carstairs

Alberta, Canada

Hottest
August
25°C peak76°F peak
Coldest
February
-13°C low8°F low
Wettest
June
101 mm rain4 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Carstairs is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 527 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 101 mm of rainfall. Carstairs 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, December, January, when temperatures can drop to -13°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 140cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Carstairs is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 20.8 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 4 in of rainfall. Carstairs 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, December, January, when temperatures can drop to 8°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 55in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -2°Average: -7°Min: -11°FebMax: -3°Average: -9°Min: -13°MarMax: 3°Average: -3°Min: -8°AprMax: 11°Average: 4°Min: -2°MayMax: 19°Average: 11°Min: 4°JunMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°JulMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 10°AugMax: 25°Average: 16°Min: 10°SepMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 6°OctMax: 12°Average: 4°Min: 0°NovMax: 3°Average: -2°Min: -6°DecMax: -3°Average: -8°Min: -12°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°FAverage: 19°FMin: 12°FFebMax: 26°FAverage: 15°FMin: 8°FMarMax: 38°FAverage: 26°FMin: 18°FAprMax: 52°FAverage: 39°FMin: 29°FMayMax: 65°FAverage: 52°FMin: 40°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 58°FMin: 47°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 61°FMin: 49°FSepMax: 68°FAverage: 53°FMin: 43°FOctMax: 53°FAverage: 40°FMin: 31°FNovMax: 38°FAverage: 28°FMin: 22°FDecMax: 27°FAverage: 18°FMin: 11°F
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Carstairs has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Carstairs has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 68°F from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 61°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 8°F and the daily average is 15°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 12mmSnow: 11mmFebPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 21mmMarPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 22mmAprPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 19mmMayPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 5mmJunPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 3mmOctPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 13mmNovPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 24mmDecPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 22mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 4inFebPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 8inMarPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 9inAprPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 7inMayPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 5inNovPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 9inDecPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 9in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Carstairs is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 527 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 44 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 101 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 12 mm. That's 88 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 140cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.Carstairs is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 20.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 4 in of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.5 in. That's 3.5 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 55in accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 9in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Carstairs 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 January, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Carstairs 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 January, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-7°19°F
Feb-9°15°F
Mar-3°26°F
Apr4°39°F
May11°52°F
Jun15°58°F
Jul17°62°F
Aug16°61°F
Sep12°53°F
Oct4°40°F
Nov-2°28°F
Dec-8°18°F

The best time to visit Carstairs 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 76 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -13°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 Carstairs is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°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 Carstairs 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 Carstairs 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
-11 °C12 °F
-2 °C28 °F
12 km/h7 mph
12 mm0.5 in
11 cm4 in
Feb
-13 °C8 °F
-3 °C26 °F
11 km/h7 mph
22 mm0.9 in
21 cm8 in
Mar
-8 °C18 °F
3 °C38 °F
11 km/h7 mph
25 mm1 in
22 cm9 in
Apr
-2 °C29 °F
11 °C52 °F
11 km/h7 mph
34 mm1.4 in
19 cm7 in
May
4 °C40 °F
19 °C65 °F
11 km/h7 mph
64 mm2.5 in
5 cm2 in
Jun
8 °C47 °F
22 °C71 °F
11 km/h7 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
10 °C51 °F
24 °C76 °F
9 km/h6 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
10 °C49 °F
25 °C76 °F
10 km/h6 mph
61 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C43 °F
20 °C68 °F
10 km/h6 mph
38 mm1.5 in
3 cm1 in
OctCurrent
0 °C31 °F
12 °C53 °F
11 km/h7 mph
28 mm1.1 in
13 cm5 in
Nov
-6 °C22 °F
3 °C38 °F
12 km/h7 mph
27 mm1.1 in
24 cm9 in
Dec
-12 °C11 °F
-3 °C27 °F
12 km/h7 mph
24 mm0.9 in
22 cm9 in