Climate Insights for Cochrane Lake

Rocky View County, Alberta, Canada

Hottest
August
24°C peak74°F peak
Coldest
February
-14°C low6°F low
Wettest
June
102 mm rain4 in rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cochrane Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 558 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 102 mm of rainfall. Cochrane Lake 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 -14°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 166cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Cochrane Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 37°F and approximately 22 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 4 in of rainfall. Cochrane Lake 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 6°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 65in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -2°Average: -8°Min: -12°FebMax: -3°Average: -10°Min: -14°MarMax: 3°Average: -4°Min: -9°AprMax: 10°Average: 3°Min: -3°MayMax: 17°Average: 9°Min: 2°JunMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 6°JulMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 9°AugMax: 24°Average: 15°Min: 8°SepMax: 19°Average: 10°Min: 5°OctMax: 11°Average: 3°Min: -1°NovMax: 3°Average: -3°Min: -6°DecMax: -3°Average: -8°Min: -12°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°FAverage: 18°FMin: 11°FFebMax: 26°FAverage: 15°FMin: 6°FMarMax: 37°FAverage: 25°FMin: 16°FAprMax: 49°FAverage: 37°FMin: 27°FMayMax: 62°FAverage: 49°FMin: 36°FJunMax: 68°FAverage: 55°FMin: 44°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 48°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 51°FMin: 40°FOctMax: 51°FAverage: 38°FMin: 30°FNovMax: 37°FAverage: 27°FMin: 21°FDecMax: 26°FAverage: 17°FMin: 10°F
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Cochrane Lake 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 24°C with a mean of 15°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -10°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.Cochrane Lake 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 74°F with a mean of 59°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 6°F and the daily average is 15°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°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: 13mmSnow: 12mmFebPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 24mmMarPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 25mmAprPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 27mmMayPrecipitation: 70mmSnow: 8mmJunPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 65mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 40mmSnow: 5mmOctPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 19mmNovPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 24mmDecPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 23mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 5inFebPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 9inMarPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 10inAprPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 10inMayPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 3inJunPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 2inOctPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 7inNovPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 9inDecPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 9in
Precipitation
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Cochrane Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 558 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 46 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 102 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 13 mm. That's 90 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 166cm accumulating over the season. April typically sees the most snow at around 27cm.Cochrane Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 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 65in accumulating over the season. April typically sees the most snow at around 10in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 10km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Cochrane Lake is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8km/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 11km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Cochrane Lake is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. 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 5mph, 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 7mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-8°18°F
Feb-10°15°F
Mar-4°25°F
Apr3°37°F
May9°49°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul16°60°F
Aug15°59°F
Sep10°51°F
Oct3°38°F
Nov-3°27°F
Dec-8°17°F

The best time to visit Cochrane Lake is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 88 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 24°C, while February 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 Cochrane Lake is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 74°F, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°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 Cochrane Lake 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 Cochrane Lake 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
-12 °C11 °F
-2 °C28 °F
11 km/h7 mph
13 mm0.5 in
12 cm5 in
Feb
-14 °C6 °F
-3 °C26 °F
10 km/h6 mph
25 mm1 in
24 cm9 in
Mar
-9 °C16 °F
3 °C37 °F
9 km/h6 mph
28 mm1.1 in
25 cm10 in
Apr
-3 °C27 °F
10 °C49 °F
10 km/h6 mph
42 mm1.7 in
27 cm10 in
May
2 °C36 °F
17 °C62 °F
9 km/h6 mph
70 mm2.8 in
8 cm3 in
Jun
6 °C44 °F
20 °C68 °F
9 km/h6 mph
102 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
9 °C48 °F
23 °C74 °F
8 km/h5 mph
88 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
8 °C47 °F
24 °C74 °F
8 km/h5 mph
65 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
5 °C40 °F
19 °C66 °F
9 km/h6 mph
40 mm1.6 in
5 cm2 in
OctCurrent
-1 °C30 °F
11 °C51 °F
10 km/h6 mph
34 mm1.3 in
19 cm7 in
Nov
-6 °C21 °F
3 °C37 °F
11 km/h7 mph
26 mm1 in
24 cm9 in
Dec
-12 °C10 °F
-3 °C26 °F
11 km/h7 mph
24 mm1 in
23 cm9 in