Climate Insights for Dalton
Algoma District, Ontario, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Dalton is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 842 mm of precipitation falls per year. Dalton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Dalton 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. Dalton experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Dalton is cool. The average annual temperature is 37°F and approximately 33.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Dalton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Dalton 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 2°F. Dalton experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Dalton 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 -12°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.Dalton has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 71°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 63°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 2°F and an average temperature of 10°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 15°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Dalton is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 842 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 70 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 95 mm of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 39 mm. That's 57 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Dalton receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 248cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 47cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Dalton is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 33.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 3.7 in of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.5 in. That's 2.2 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Dalton receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 98in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 18in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Dalton 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 November, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Dalton 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 November, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Dalton 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 78 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -17°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 Dalton 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 3.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°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 Dalton 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 Dalton 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.