Climate Insights for Shantz

Mountain View County, Alberta, Canada

Hottest
August
24°C peak74°F peak
Coldest
February
-14°C low7°F low
Wettest
June
98 mm rain3.9 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Shantz is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 548 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 98 mm of rainfall. Shantz is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, December, January, when temperatures can drop to -14°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 149cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Shantz is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 21.6 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.9 in of rainfall. Shantz is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, December, January, when temperatures can drop to 7°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 59in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -2°Average: -7°Min: -11°FebMax: -3°Average: -9°Min: -14°MarMax: 3°Average: -4°Min: -8°AprMax: 10°Average: 3°Min: -2°MayMax: 18°Average: 10°Min: 4°JunMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 8°JulMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°AugMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 9°SepMax: 19°Average: 11°Min: 6°OctMax: 11°Average: 4°Min: -1°NovMax: 3°Average: -2°Min: -6°DecMax: -3°Average: -8°Min: -12°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°FAverage: 19°FMin: 12°FFebMax: 26°FAverage: 15°FMin: 7°FMarMax: 37°FAverage: 26°FMin: 17°FAprMax: 51°FAverage: 38°FMin: 28°FMayMax: 64°FAverage: 51°FMin: 39°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 57°FMin: 46°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 61°FMin: 50°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 49°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 52°FMin: 42°FOctMax: 52°FAverage: 39°FMin: 31°FNovMax: 38°FAverage: 28°FMin: 22°FDecMax: 27°FAverage: 18°FMin: 11°F
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Shantz 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 24°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Shantz has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 67°F from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 60°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 7°F and the daily average is 15°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°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: 13mmSnow: 12mmFebPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 21mmMarPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 23mmAprPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 22mmMayPrecipitation: 67mmSnow: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 66mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 5mmOctPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 15mmNovPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 23mmDecPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 22mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 5inFebPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 8inMarPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 9inAprPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 9inMayPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 2inOctPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 6inNovPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 9inDecPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 9in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Shantz is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 548 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 46 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 98 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 13 mm. That's 85 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 149cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.Shantz is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.9 in of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.5 in. That's 3.3 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 59in accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 9in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Shantz 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 January, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Shantz 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 January, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-7°19°F
Feb-9°15°F
Mar-4°26°F
Apr3°38°F
May10°51°F
Jun14°57°F
Jul16°61°F
Aug16°60°F
Sep11°52°F
Oct4°39°F
Nov-2°28°F
Dec-8°18°F

The best time to visit Shantz is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -14°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 Shantz is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°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 Shantz 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 Shantz 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
-11 °C12 °F
-2 °C28 °F
12 km/h7 mph
13 mm0.5 in
12 cm5 in
Feb
-14 °C7 °F
-3 °C26 °F
11 km/h7 mph
22 mm0.9 in
21 cm8 in
Mar
-8 °C17 °F
3 °C37 °F
10 km/h6 mph
27 mm1.1 in
23 cm9 in
Apr
-2 °C28 °F
10 °C51 °F
11 km/h7 mph
39 mm1.5 in
22 cm9 in
May
4 °C39 °F
18 °C64 °F
11 km/h7 mph
67 mm2.6 in
6 cm2 in
Jun
8 °C46 °F
21 °C69 °F
11 km/h7 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
10 °C50 °F
23 °C74 °F
9 km/h6 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
9 °C49 °F
24 °C74 °F
9 km/h6 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C42 °F
19 °C66 °F
10 km/h6 mph
41 mm1.6 in
5 cm2 in
OctCurrent
-1 °C31 °F
11 °C52 °F
11 km/h7 mph
30 mm1.2 in
15 cm6 in
Nov
-6 °C22 °F
3 °C38 °F
11 km/h7 mph
26 mm1 in
23 cm9 in
Dec
-12 °C11 °F
-3 °C27 °F
11 km/h7 mph
24 mm0.9 in
22 cm9 in