Climate Insights for South Lancaster
Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Counties, Ontario, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in South Lancaster is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,183 mm of precipitation falls per year. South Lancaster receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. South Lancaster 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. South Lancaster experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in South Lancaster is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 46.6 in of precipitation falls per year. South Lancaster receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. South Lancaster 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 12°F. South Lancaster experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
South Lancaster has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.South Lancaster has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 69°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 12°F and the daily average is 19°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
South Lancaster is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,183 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 99 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 127 mm of rainfall. April and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 70 mm. That's 57 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. South Lancaster receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 215cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 54cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.South Lancaster is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 5 in of rainfall. April and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.8 in. That's 2.2 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. South Lancaster receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 85in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 21in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
South Lancaster 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 February, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 3km/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 12km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.South Lancaster 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 February, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit South Lancaster is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 70 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -11°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 South Lancaster is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 81°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 12°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 South Lancaster 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 South Lancaster 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.