Climate Insights for Sunshine

Thunder Bay District, Ontario, Canada

Hottest
July
26°C peak78°F peak
Coldest
February
-18°C low0°F low
Wettest
September
86 mm rain3.4 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sunshine is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 727 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 86 mm of rainfall. Sunshine 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. Sunshine experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Sunshine is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 28.6 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 3.4 in of rainfall. Sunshine 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. Sunshine experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -8°Average: -13°Min: -17°FebMax: -6°Average: -13°Min: -18°MarMax: 2°Average: -5°Min: -11°AprMax: 8°Average: 2°Min: -4°MayMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 4°JunMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°JulMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°AugMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°SepMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 8°OctMax: 11°Average: 6°Min: 2°NovMax: 1°Average: -3°Min: -6°DecMax: -6°Average: -10°Min: -14°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 18°FAverage: 8°FMin: 1°FFebMax: 21°FAverage: 9°FMin: 0°FMarMax: 35°FAverage: 23°FMin: 13°FAprMax: 47°FAverage: 35°FMin: 25°FMayMax: 65°FAverage: 51°FMin: 39°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 61°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 56°FMin: 47°FOctMax: 51°FAverage: 42°FMin: 35°FNovMax: 35°FAverage: 27°FMin: 22°FDecMax: 22°FAverage: 14°FMin: 7°F
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Min

Sunshine has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.Sunshine has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 78°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 66°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 0°F and an average temperature of 9°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 17°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 28mmFebPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 32mmMarPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 30mmAprPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 41mmMayPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 5mmJunPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 7mmNovPrecipitation: 52mmSnow: 32mmDecPrecipitation: 50mmSnow: 44mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 11inFebPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 12inMarPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 12inAprPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 16inMayPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 3inNovPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 13inDecPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 17in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Sunshine is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 727 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 61 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 86 mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 29 mm. That's 57 mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Sunshine receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 218cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 44cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Sunshine is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 28.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 3.4 in of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.1 in. That's 2.2 in less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Sunshine receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 86in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 17in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Sunshine 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 November, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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.Sunshine 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 November, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter 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 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-13°8°F
Feb-13°9°F
Mar-5°23°F
Apr2°35°F
May11°51°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep13°56°F
Oct6°42°F
Nov-3°27°F
Dec-10°14°F

The best time to visit Sunshine is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 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 Sunshine is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 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 Sunshine 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 Sunshine 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
-17 °C1 °F
-8 °C18 °F
12 km/h7 mph
29 mm1.1 in
28 cm11 in
Feb
-18 °C0 °F
-6 °C21 °F
12 km/h8 mph
35 mm1.4 in
32 cm12 in
Mar
-11 °C13 °F
2 °C35 °F
12 km/h8 mph
37 mm1.5 in
30 cm12 in
Apr
-4 °C25 °F
8 °C47 °F
12 km/h7 mph
72 mm2.8 in
41 cm16 in
May
4 °C39 °F
18 °C65 °F
11 km/h7 mph
62 mm2.4 in
5 cm2 in
Jun
10 °C49 °F
23 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
26 °C78 °F
10 km/h6 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C53 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
8 °C47 °F
19 °C67 °F
11 km/h7 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
2 °C35 °F
11 °C51 °F
12 km/h7 mph
62 mm2.4 in
7 cm3 in
Nov
-6 °C22 °F
1 °C35 °F
13 km/h8 mph
52 mm2 in
32 cm13 in
Dec
-14 °C7 °F
-6 °C22 °F
12 km/h8 mph
50 mm2 in
44 cm17 in