Climate Insights for Moosonee

Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Hottest
July
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
February
-21°C low-7°F low
Wettest
September
90 mm rain3.5 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Moosonee is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 749 mm of precipitation falls per year. Moosonee receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Moosonee 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 -21°C. Moosonee experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Moosonee is cold. The average annual temperature is 34°F and approximately 29.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Moosonee receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Moosonee 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 -7°F. Moosonee experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -11°Average: -16°Min: -20°FebMax: -10°Average: -16°Min: -21°MarMax: -3°Average: -10°Min: -15°AprMax: 4°Average: -2°Min: -7°MayMax: 15°Average: 7°Min: 2°JunMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 7°JulMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°AugMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 11°SepMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 8°OctMax: 10°Average: 6°Min: 2°NovMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -6°DecMax: -8°Average: -12°Min: -16°
Max
Average
Min
-10°F0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 12°FAverage: 3°FMin: -4°FFebMax: 14°FAverage: 3°FMin: -7°FMarMax: 27°FAverage: 15°FMin: 5°FAprMax: 40°FAverage: 29°FMin: 20°FMayMax: 58°FAverage: 45°FMin: 35°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 56°FMin: 45°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FAugMax: 72°FAverage: 61°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 64°FAverage: 54°FMin: 46°FOctMax: 50°FAverage: 42°FMin: 36°FNovMax: 32°FAverage: 26°FMin: 21°FDecMax: 17°FAverage: 10°FMin: 3°F
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Min

Moosonee has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 45°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 17°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -21°C and an average temperature of -16°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 9°C shift in average temperatures.Moosonee has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 82°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 63°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -7°F and an average temperature of 3°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 17°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 34mmFebPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 33mmMarPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 32mmAprPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 36mmMayPrecipitation: 53mmSnow: 7mmJunPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 74mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 11mmNovPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 44mmDecPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 49mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 14inFebPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 13inMarPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 13inAprPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 14inMayPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 3inJunPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 4inNovPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 17inDecPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 19in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Moosonee is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 749 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 90 mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 34 mm. That's 55 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. Moosonee receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 246cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 49cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Moosonee is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 3.5 in of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.3 in. That's 2.2 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. Moosonee receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 97in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 19in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Moosonee is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.Moosonee 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 November, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-16°3°F
Feb-16°3°F
Mar-10°15°F
Apr-2°29°F
May7°45°F
Jun13°56°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug16°61°F
Sep12°54°F
Oct6°42°F
Nov-3°26°F
Dec-12°10°F

The best time to visit Moosonee is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 82 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -21°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 Moosonee is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -7°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 Moosonee 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 Moosonee 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
-20 °C-4 °F
-11 °C12 °F
11 km/h7 mph
35 mm1.4 in
34 cm14 in
Feb
-21 °C-7 °F
-10 °C14 °F
11 km/h7 mph
34 mm1.4 in
33 cm13 in
Mar
-15 °C5 °F
-3 °C27 °F
11 km/h7 mph
38 mm1.5 in
32 cm13 in
Apr
-7 °C20 °F
4 °C40 °F
12 km/h7 mph
55 mm2.2 in
36 cm14 in
May
2 °C35 °F
15 °C58 °F
11 km/h7 mph
53 mm2.1 in
7 cm3 in
Jun
7 °C45 °F
20 °C69 °F
11 km/h7 mph
83 mm3.3 in
1 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C53 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
22 °C72 °F
11 km/h7 mph
74 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
8 °C46 °F
18 °C64 °F
12 km/h7 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
2 °C36 °F
10 °C50 °F
12 km/h7 mph
82 mm3.2 in
11 cm4 in
Nov
-6 °C21 °F
0 °C32 °F
12 km/h8 mph
61 mm2.4 in
44 cm17 in
Dec
-16 °C3 °F
-8 °C17 °F
12 km/h7 mph
54 mm2.1 in
49 cm19 in