Climate Insights for Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk
Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk is cold. The average annual temperature is 0°C and approximately 796 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -20°C. Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk is cold. The average annual temperature is 32°F and approximately 31.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -3°F. Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 15°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -20°C and an average temperature of -16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 68°F from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 65°F with a mean of 60°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -3°F and an average temperature of 3°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 16°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 796 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 66 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 107 mm of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 34 mm. That's 73 mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 247cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 51cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 31.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 4.2 in of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.3 in. That's 2.9 in less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 97in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 20in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/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 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 6km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 79 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -20°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 Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°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 Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk 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 Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk 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.