Climate Overview
The climate in Haines Junction Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -3°C and approximately 652mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 93mm of rainfall. Haines Junction 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 January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -20°C. Haines Junction Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Haines Junction Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 13°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -20°C and an average temperature of -17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Haines Junction Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 652mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 54mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 93mm of rainfall. December and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 22mm. That's 71mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Haines Junction Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 301cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 58cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Haines Junction Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 7km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Haines Junction Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Haines Junction 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 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -13 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 165mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -16 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 213mm for the season, averaging 71mm per month. Expect around 108cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -20 to -12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 176mm for the season, averaging 59mm per month. Expect around 131cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Haines Junction 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.
