Climate Insights for Gamètì/Rae Lakes Airport

North Slave Region, Northwest Territories, Canada

Hottest
July
22°C peak
Coldest
February
-29°C low
Wettest
August
53mm rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gamètì/Rae Lakes Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -5°C and approximately 287mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 53mm of rainfall. Gamètì/Rae Lakes Airport 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 -29°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 73cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-30° -20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -22° Average: -25° Min: -27° Feb Max: -21° Average: -26° Min: -29° Mar Max: -12° Average: -18° Min: -22° Apr Max: -2° Average: -8° Min: -12° May Max: 11° Average: 6° Min: 1° Jun Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 9° Jul Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Aug Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 11° Sep Max: 12° Average: 8° Min: 5° Oct Max: 1° Average: -1° Min: -3° Nov Max: -11° Average: -14° Min: -16° Dec Max: -20° Average: -23° Min: -25°
Max
Average
Min

Gamètì/Rae Lakes Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 51°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 17°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -29°C and an average temperature of -26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 13°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 12mm Snow: 10mm Feb Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 6mm Mar Precipitation: 10mm Snow: 8mm Apr Precipitation: 10mm Snow: 8mm May Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 5mm Jun Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 53mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 39mm Snow: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 12mm Nov Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 14mm Dec Precipitation: 10mm Snow: 9mm
Precipitation
Snow

Gamètì/Rae Lakes Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 287mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 24mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 53mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 6mm. That's 47mm less than August, 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 73cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 14cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 16km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 18km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 18km/h Aug Wind Speed: 18km/h Sep Wind Speed: 20km/h Oct Wind Speed: 19km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Gamètì/Rae Lakes Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 15km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 18km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Gamètì/Rae Lakes Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Gamètì/Rae Lakes Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -29°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -22 to 11°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 9 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 137mm over the season and a monthly average of 46mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -16 to 12°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 81mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Expect around 27cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -29 to -20°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 28mm for the entire season. Expect around 25cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -25°
Feb -26°
Mar -18°
Apr -8°
May
Jun 13°
Jul 17°
Aug 14°
Sep
Oct -1°
Nov -14°
Dec -23°

The best time to visit Gamètì/Rae Lakes Airport is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 42mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -29°C. 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 Gamètì/Rae Lakes Airport 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-27 °C
-22 °C
15 km/h
12 mm
10 cm
Feb
-29 °C
-21 °C
15 km/h
6 mm
6 cm
Mar Current
-22 °C
-12 °C
16 km/h
10 mm
8 cm
Apr
-12 °C
-2 °C
18 km/h
10 mm
8 cm
May
1 °C
11 °C
18 km/h
21 mm
5 cm
Jun
9 °C
19 °C
17 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
22 °C
18 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Aug
11 °C
19 °C
18 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Sep
5 °C
12 °C
20 km/h
39 mm
2 cm
Oct
-3 °C
1 °C
19 km/h
26 mm
12 cm
Nov
-16 °C
-11 °C
16 km/h
17 mm
14 cm
Dec
-25 °C
-20 °C
15 km/h
10 mm
9 cm
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