Climate Insights for Dauphin
Manitoba, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Dauphin is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 559 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 90 mm of rainfall. Dauphin 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 -18°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 165cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Dauphin is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 22 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.5 in of rainfall. Dauphin 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 65in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Dauphin has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.Dauphin has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 80°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 68°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -1°F and an average temperature of 6°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 18°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Dauphin is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 559 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 47 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 90 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 19 mm. That's 70 mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 165cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 31cm.Dauphin is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.5 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.7 in. That's 2.8 in less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 65in accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 12in.
Wind
Dauphin 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 October, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, 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.Dauphin 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 January, 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 Dauphin is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 77 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -18°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 Dauphin is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -1°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 Dauphin 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 Dauphin 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.