Climate Insights for Steep Rock
Rural Municipality of Grahamdale, Manitoba, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Steep Rock is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 561 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 89 mm of rainfall. Steep Rock 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°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 143cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Steep Rock is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 22.1 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 3.5 in of rainfall. Steep Rock 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 0°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 56in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Steep Rock has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 43°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 21°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.Steep Rock has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 76°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 70°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 0°F and an average temperature of 5°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 17°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Steep Rock is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 561 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 47 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 89 mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 16 mm. That's 73 mm less than August, 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 143cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.Steep Rock is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3.5 in of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 2.9 in less than August, 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 56in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 10in.
Wind
Steep Rock is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 15km/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.Steep Rock is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 9mph, 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.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Steep Rock is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 80 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -18°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 Steep Rock is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°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 Steep Rock 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 Steep Rock 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.