Climate Overview
The climate in Château-Richer is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1492mm of precipitation falls per year. Château-Richer receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Château-Richer 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 -15°C. Château-Richer experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Château-Richer has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -15°C and an average temperature of -11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Château-Richer is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1492mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 124mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 163mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 93mm. That's 70mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Château-Richer receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 281cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 58cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Château-Richer 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 April, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Château-Richer, which began on March 20, 2026. Château-Richer 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -15°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -9 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 334mm across the season with a monthly average of 111mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 470mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -4 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 366mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. Expect around 39cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -15 to -3°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 322mm across the season with a monthly average of 107mm. Expect around 161cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 16km/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 Château-Richer 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.
