Climate Insights for Split Lake

Manitoba, Canada

Hottest
July
23°C peak73°F peak
Coldest
February
-27°C low-16°F low
Wettest
July
87 mm rain3.4 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Split Lake is cold. The average annual temperature is -2°C and approximately 552 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 87 mm of rainfall. Split 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 -27°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 174cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Split Lake is cold. The average annual temperature is 28°F and approximately 21.7 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 3.4 in of rainfall. Split 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 -16°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 69in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -17°Average: -21°Min: -24°FebMax: -16°Average: -22°Min: -27°MarMax: -6°Average: -13°Min: -19°AprMax: 3°Average: -4°Min: -10°MayMax: 12°Average: 5°Min: 0°JunMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 8°JulMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 12°AugMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 11°SepMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 7°OctMax: 5°Average: 2°Min: -1°NovMax: -7°Average: -10°Min: -13°DecMax: -16°Average: -19°Min: -23°
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Average
Min
-20°F-10°F0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 2°FAverage: -6°FMin: -11°FFebMax: 3°FAverage: -8°FMin: -16°FMarMax: 21°FAverage: 8°FMin: -2°FAprMax: 37°FAverage: 25°FMin: 15°FMayMax: 53°FAverage: 42°FMin: 33°FJunMax: 66°FAverage: 55°FMin: 46°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 63°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 59°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 59°FAverage: 51°FMin: 45°FOctMax: 40°FAverage: 35°FMin: 31°FNovMax: 20°FAverage: 14°FMin: 9°FDecMax: 3°FAverage: -3°FMin: -9°F
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Split Lake has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 50°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -27°C and an average temperature of -22°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 11°C shift in average temperatures.Split Lake has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 89°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 63°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -16°F and an average temperature of -8°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 20°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 21mmFebPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 15mmMarPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 25mmAprPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 17mmMayPrecipitation: 43mmSnow: 11mmJunPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 57mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 67mmSnow: 31mmNovPrecipitation: 33mmSnow: 31mmDecPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 20mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 8inFebPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 6inMarPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 10inAprPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 7inMayPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 4inJunPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 1inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 12inNovPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 12inDecPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 8in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Split Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 552 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 46 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 87 mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 16 mm. That's 72 mm less than July, 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 174cm accumulating over the season. October typically sees the most snow at around 31cm.Split Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 3.4 in of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 2.8 in less than July, 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 69in accumulating over the season. October typically sees the most snow at around 12in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Split Lake is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Split Lake 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 October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 7mph, 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-21°-6°F
Feb-22°-8°F
Mar-13°8°F
Apr-4°25°F
May5°42°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug15°59°F
Sep10°51°F
Oct2°35°F
Nov-10°14°F
Dec-19°-3°F

The best time to visit Split Lake 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 85 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -27°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 Split Lake 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 3.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -16°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 Split 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 Split 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
-24 °C-11 °F
-17 °C2 °F
11 km/h7 mph
22 mm0.8 in
21 cm8 in
Feb
-27 °C-16 °F
-16 °C3 °F
11 km/h7 mph
16 mm0.6 in
15 cm6 in
Mar
-19 °C-2 °F
-6 °C21 °F
12 km/h7 mph
25 mm1 in
25 cm10 in
Apr
-10 °C15 °F
3 °C37 °F
12 km/h7 mph
22 mm0.9 in
17 cm7 in
May
0 °C33 °F
12 °C53 °F
12 km/h8 mph
43 mm1.7 in
11 cm4 in
Jun
8 °C46 °F
19 °C66 °F
12 km/h7 mph
78 mm3.1 in
2 cm1 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
23 °C73 °F
12 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
20 °C69 °F
12 km/h7 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C45 °F
15 °C59 °F
12 km/h8 mph
57 mm2.2 in
1 cm0 in
OctCurrent
-1 °C31 °F
5 °C40 °F
12 km/h8 mph
67 mm2.6 in
31 cm12 in
Nov
-13 °C9 °F
-7 °C20 °F
12 km/h7 mph
33 mm1.3 in
31 cm12 in
Dec
-23 °C-9 °F
-16 °C3 °F
11 km/h7 mph
20 mm0.8 in
20 cm8 in