Climate Insights for Kâ-piskwâhkâšihk

Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Hottest
August
19°C peak65°F peak
Coldest
February
-20°C low-3°F low
Wettest
September
107 mm rain4.2 in rain
Best to Visit
August
Mild temps & low rain

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

-20°-10°0°10°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -12°Average: -16°Min: -19°FebMax: -12°Average: -16°Min: -20°MarMax: -6°Average: -11°Min: -14°AprMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -7°MayMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: 0°JunMax: 13°Average: 9°Min: 6°JulMax: 18°Average: 15°Min: 12°AugMax: 19°Average: 15°Min: 13°SepMax: 15°Average: 12°Min: 10°OctMax: 9°Average: 6°Min: 5°NovMax: 0°Average: -2°Min: -4°DecMax: -8°Average: -11°Min: -14°
Max
Average
Min
-10°F0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 10°FAverage: 3°FMin: -2°FFebMax: 11°FAverage: 3°FMin: -3°FMarMax: 21°FAverage: 12°FMin: 6°FAprMax: 32°FAverage: 24°FMin: 19°FMayMax: 45°FAverage: 37°FMin: 31°FJunMax: 55°FAverage: 48°FMin: 42°FJulMax: 65°FAverage: 59°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 65°FAverage: 60°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 60°FAverage: 54°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 48°FAverage: 44°FMin: 40°FNovMax: 33°FAverage: 29°FMin: 25°FDecMax: 18°FAverage: 12°FMin: 8°F
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Average
Min

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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 35mmFebPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 33mmMarPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 30mmAprPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 36mmMayPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 7mmJunPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 79mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 107mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 9mmNovPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 45mmDecPrecipitation: 57mmSnow: 51mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 14inFebPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 13inMarPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 12inAprPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 14inMayPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 3inJunPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 1inJulPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 3inNovPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 18inDecPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 20in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17km/hFebWind Speed: 17km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 17km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 16km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 17km/hSepWind Speed: 19km/hOctWind Speed: 20km/hNovWind Speed: 21km/hDecWind Speed: 20km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 11mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 12mphOctWind Speed: 13mphNovWind Speed: 13mphDecWind Speed: 12mph
Wind Speed

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

Jan-16°3°F
Feb-16°3°F
Mar-11°12°F
Apr-4°24°F
May3°37°F
Jun9°48°F
Jul15°59°F
Aug15°60°F
Sep12°54°F
Oct6°44°F
Nov-2°29°F
Dec-11°12°F

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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-19 °C-2 °F
-12 °C10 °F
17 km/h11 mph
35 mm1.4 in
35 cm14 in
Feb
-20 °C-3 °F
-12 °C11 °F
17 km/h11 mph
34 mm1.3 in
33 cm13 in
Mar
-14 °C6 °F
-6 °C21 °F
17 km/h11 mph
37 mm1.4 in
30 cm12 in
Apr
-7 °C19 °F
0 °C32 °F
17 km/h11 mph
56 mm2.2 in
36 cm14 in
May
0 °C31 °F
7 °C45 °F
16 km/h10 mph
54 mm2.1 in
7 cm3 in
Jun
6 °C42 °F
13 °C55 °F
16 km/h10 mph
85 mm3.4 in
1 cm1 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
18 °C65 °F
15 km/h10 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
19 °C65 °F
17 km/h10 mph
79 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
15 °C60 °F
19 km/h12 mph
107 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C40 °F
9 °C48 °F
20 km/h13 mph
102 mm4 in
9 cm3 in
Nov
-4 °C25 °F
0 °C33 °F
21 km/h13 mph
68 mm2.7 in
45 cm18 in
Dec
-14 °C8 °F
-8 °C18 °F
20 km/h12 mph
57 mm2.3 in
51 cm20 in