Climate Insights for Clearwater
Thompson-Nicola Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Clearwater is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 1,056 mm of precipitation falls per year. Clearwater receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Clearwater 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 December, February, January, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Clearwater experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Clearwater is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 41.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Clearwater receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Clearwater 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 December, February, January, when temperatures can drop to 10°F. Clearwater experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Clearwater vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Clearwater vary considerably across the year, with a 63°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 60°F. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to 10°F and the daily average is 16°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°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
Clearwater is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,056 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 116 mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 63 mm. That's 53 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. Clearwater receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 460cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 91cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Clearwater is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 4.6 in of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 2.5 in. That's 2.1 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. Clearwater receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 181in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 36in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Clearwater is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Clearwater is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Clearwater is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 82 mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -12°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 Clearwater is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 10°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 Clearwater 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 Clearwater 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.