Climate Insights for Clair
Haut-Madawaska, New Brunswick, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Clair is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,133 mm of precipitation falls per year. Clair receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Clair 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -14°C. Clair experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Clair is cool. The average annual temperature is 40°F and approximately 44.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Clair receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Clair 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 7°F. Clair experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Clair 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 24°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -10°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 8°C shift in average temperatures.Clair has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 68°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 7°F and the daily average is 14°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Clair is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,133 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 94 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 111 mm of rainfall. July and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 74 mm. That's 37 mm 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. Clair receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 346cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 72cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Clair is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 44.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. July and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.9 in. That's 1.5 in 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. Clair receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 136in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 28in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Clair is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 3km/h 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 13km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Clair 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 March, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Clair is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 98 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 24°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -14°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 Clair is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 75°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 7°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 Clair 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 Clair 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.