Climate Overview
The climate in Nain Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -2°C and approximately 758mm of precipitation falls per year. Nain Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nain Airport 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 -22°C. Nain Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Nain Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 12°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -22°C and an average temperature of -19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Nain Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 758mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 85mm of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 34mm. That's 51mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Nain Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 289cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 51cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Nain Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 17km/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 be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 22km/h in winter, 19km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Nain Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Nain 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 August at around 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -22°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -15 to 4°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 184mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 3 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 213mm for the season, averaging 71mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -7 to 12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 203mm for the season, averaging 68mm per month. Expect around 61cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -22 to -8°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 159mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Expect around 112cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 22km/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 Nain 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.