Climate Insights for Cold Lake

City of Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada

Hottest
July
23°C peak74°F peak
Coldest
February
-17°C low1°F low
Wettest
June
92 mm rain3.6 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cold Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 479 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 92 mm of rainfall. Cold Lake 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 -17°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 124cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Cold Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 36°F and approximately 18.9 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.6 in of rainfall. Cold Lake 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 1°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 49in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -8°Average: -13°Min: -16°FebMax: -8°Average: -13°Min: -17°MarMax: 0°Average: -6°Min: -10°AprMax: 9°Average: 3°Min: -3°MayMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 5°JunMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 9°JulMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 12°AugMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 11°SepMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 7°OctMax: 9°Average: 4°Min: 0°NovMax: -1°Average: -5°Min: -7°DecMax: -8°Average: -12°Min: -16°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 17°FAverage: 9°FMin: 3°FFebMax: 18°FAverage: 8°FMin: 1°FMarMax: 32°FAverage: 21°FMin: 14°FAprMax: 48°FAverage: 37°FMin: 27°FMayMax: 64°FAverage: 52°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 58°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 63°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 73°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 64°FAverage: 53°FMin: 44°FOctMax: 47°FAverage: 38°FMin: 32°FNovMax: 30°FAverage: 24°FMin: 19°FDecMax: 17°FAverage: 10°FMin: 4°F
Max
Average
Min

Cold Lake has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -17°C and an average temperature of -13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.Cold Lake has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 73°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 63°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 1°F and an average temperature of 8°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 15°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 19mmFebPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 15mmMarPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 21mmAprPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 13mmMayPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 75mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 63mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 33mmSnow: 13mmNovPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 21mmDecPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 20mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 8inFebPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 6inMarPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 8inAprPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 5inNovPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 8in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Cold Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 479 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 40 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 92 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 16 mm. That's 76 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 124cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 21cm.Cold Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.6 in of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 3 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 49in accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 8in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Cold Lake 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 October, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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.Cold Lake 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 October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter 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 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-13°9°F
Feb-13°8°F
Mar-6°21°F
Apr3°37°F
May11°52°F
Jun15°58°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug16°62°F
Sep11°53°F
Oct4°38°F
Nov-5°24°F
Dec-12°10°F

The best time to visit Cold Lake is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 69 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -17°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Cold Lake 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 2.7 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cold 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 Cold 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
-16 °C3 °F
-8 °C17 °F
11 km/h7 mph
21 mm0.8 in
19 cm8 in
Feb
-17 °C1 °F
-8 °C18 °F
11 km/h7 mph
16 mm0.6 in
15 cm6 in
Mar
-10 °C14 °F
0 °C32 °F
11 km/h7 mph
23 mm0.9 in
21 cm8 in
Apr
-3 °C27 °F
9 °C48 °F
12 km/h8 mph
25 mm1 in
13 cm5 in
May
5 °C41 °F
18 °C64 °F
12 km/h7 mph
44 mm1.7 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
9 °C49 °F
21 °C69 °F
12 km/h7 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
23 °C74 °F
10 km/h6 mph
75 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
23 °C73 °F
11 km/h7 mph
63 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C44 °F
18 °C64 °F
12 km/h7 mph
41 mm1.6 in
1 cm0 in
OctCurrent
0 °C32 °F
9 °C47 °F
13 km/h8 mph
33 mm1.3 in
13 cm5 in
Nov
-7 °C19 °F
-1 °C30 °F
12 km/h7 mph
25 mm1 in
21 cm8 in
Dec
-16 °C4 °F
-8 °C17 °F
11 km/h7 mph
20 mm0.8 in
20 cm8 in