Climate Overview
The climate in Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 2007mm of precipitation falls per year. Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat 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 December, February, January, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2007mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 167mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 279mm of rainfall. January and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 88mm. That's 191mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 694cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 141cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 7km/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.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat, which began on March 20, 2026. Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat 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 December near -6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 377mm across the season with a monthly average of 126mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 314mm across the season with a monthly average of 105mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 691mm across the season with a monthly average of 230mm. Expect around 163cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to 0°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 626mm across the season with a monthly average of 209mm. Expect around 381cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat 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.
