Climate Insights for Paul Lake

Thompson-Nicola Regional District, British Columbia, Canada

Hottest
July
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
February
-8°C low18°F low
Wettest
November
61 mm rain2.4 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Paul Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 502 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 61 mm of rainfall. Paul Lake 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 -8°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 177cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Paul Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 44°F and approximately 19.8 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 2.4 in of rainfall. Paul Lake 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 18°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 70in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -4°Min: -7°FebMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -8°MarMax: 8°Average: 2°Min: -3°AprMax: 13°Average: 6°Min: 1°MayMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 6°JunMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 9°JulMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 12°AugMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 12°SepMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 8°OctMax: 11°Average: 6°Min: 2°NovMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -2°DecMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -6°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°FAverage: 24°FMin: 19°FFebMax: 33°FAverage: 24°FMin: 18°FMarMax: 46°FAverage: 35°FMin: 28°FAprMax: 56°FAverage: 44°FMin: 34°FMayMax: 68°FAverage: 55°FMin: 43°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 60°FMin: 48°FJulMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 69°FAverage: 56°FMin: 47°FOctMax: 52°FAverage: 42°FMin: 36°FNovMax: 39°FAverage: 33°FMin: 29°FDecMax: 31°FAverage: 26°FMin: 22°F
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Temperatures in Paul Lake vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Paul Lake vary considerably across the year, with a 63°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 18°F and the daily average is 24°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 39mmFebPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 30mmMarPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 16mmAprPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 7mmMayPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 51mmSnow: 8mmNovPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 29mmDecPrecipitation: 58mmSnow: 48mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 16inFebPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 12inMarPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 6inAprPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 3inMayPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 3inNovPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 11inDecPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 19in
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Paul Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 502 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 42 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 61 mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 27 mm. That's 34 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 177cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 48cm.Paul Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 19.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.7 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 2.4 in of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.1 in. That's 1.3 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 70in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 19in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 6km/hJulWind Speed: 6km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Paul Lake is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/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.Paul Lake is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-4°24°F
Feb-4°24°F
Mar2°35°F
Apr6°44°F
May13°55°F
Jun15°60°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep13°56°F
Oct6°42°F
Nov1°33°F
Dec-3°26°F

The best time to visit Paul Lake is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 33 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Paul Lake is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 18°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Paul Lake 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 Paul Lake 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
-7 °C19 °F
-1 °C31 °F
6 km/h4 mph
46 mm1.8 in
39 cm16 in
Feb
-8 °C18 °F
0 °C33 °F
6 km/h4 mph
39 mm1.5 in
30 cm12 in
Mar
-3 °C28 °F
8 °C46 °F
6 km/h4 mph
32 mm1.3 in
16 cm6 in
Apr
1 °C34 °F
13 °C56 °F
7 km/h4 mph
32 mm1.3 in
7 cm3 in
May
6 °C43 °F
20 °C68 °F
6 km/h4 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
9 °C48 °F
23 °C73 °F
6 km/h4 mph
42 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
27 °C81 °F
6 km/h4 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
27 °C81 °F
6 km/h3 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
8 °C47 °F
21 °C69 °F
5 km/h3 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
2 °C36 °F
11 °C52 °F
6 km/h4 mph
51 mm2 in
8 cm3 in
Nov
-2 °C29 °F
4 °C39 °F
6 km/h4 mph
61 mm2.4 in
29 cm11 in
Dec
-6 °C22 °F
-1 °C31 °F
6 km/h4 mph
58 mm2.3 in
48 cm19 in