Climate Insights for Swalwell

Kneehill County, Alberta, Canada

Hottest
August
26°C peak79°F peak
Coldest
February
-14°C low7°F low
Wettest
June
95 mm rain3.7 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Swalwell is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 449 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 95 mm of rainfall. Swalwell 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 112cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Swalwell is cool. The average annual temperature is 40°F and approximately 17.7 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.7 in of rainfall. Swalwell 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 44in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -3°Average: -9°Min: -12°FebMax: -4°Average: -10°Min: -14°MarMax: 4°Average: -3°Min: -8°AprMax: 12°Average: 4°Min: -1°MayMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 5°JunMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 9°JulMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°AugMax: 26°Average: 17°Min: 11°SepMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 7°OctMax: 12°Average: 5°Min: 0°NovMax: 3°Average: -3°Min: -6°DecMax: -4°Average: -9°Min: -12°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°FAverage: 17°FMin: 10°FFebMax: 25°FAverage: 14°FMin: 7°FMarMax: 38°FAverage: 26°FMin: 18°FAprMax: 54°FAverage: 40°FMin: 29°FMayMax: 67°FAverage: 54°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 60°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 78°FAverage: 64°FMin: 52°FAugMax: 79°FAverage: 63°FMin: 51°FSepMax: 70°FAverage: 55°FMin: 44°FOctMax: 54°FAverage: 40°FMin: 31°FNovMax: 37°FAverage: 27°FMin: 20°FDecMax: 25°FAverage: 17°FMin: 10°F
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Swalwell has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 17°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -10°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 8°C shift in average temperatures.Swalwell has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 72°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 63°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 7°F and the daily average is 14°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 12mmSnow: 10mmFebPrecipitation: 18mmSnow: 17mmMarPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 18mmAprPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 12mmMayPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 73mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 3mmOctPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 9mmNovPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 23mmDecPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 19mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 4inFebPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 7inMarPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 7inAprPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 4inNovPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 9inDecPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 8in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Swalwell is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 449 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 95 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 12 mm. That's 83 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 112cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.Swalwell is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.7 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 44in accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 9in.

Wind

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

Swalwell 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 May, averaging 12km/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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Swalwell 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 May, 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-9°17°F
Feb-10°14°F
Mar-3°26°F
Apr4°40°F
May12°54°F
Jun16°60°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct5°40°F
Nov-3°27°F
Dec-9°17°F

The best time to visit Swalwell 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 72 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 Swalwell 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 2.8 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 Swalwell 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 Swalwell 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
-12 °C10 °F
-3 °C26 °F
12 km/h7 mph
12 mm0.5 in
10 cm4 in
Feb
-14 °C7 °F
-4 °C25 °F
11 km/h7 mph
18 mm0.7 in
17 cm7 in
Mar
-8 °C18 °F
4 °C38 °F
11 km/h7 mph
21 mm0.8 in
18 cm7 in
Apr
-1 °C29 °F
12 °C54 °F
12 km/h7 mph
26 mm1 in
12 cm5 in
May
5 °C42 °F
20 °C67 °F
12 km/h8 mph
54 mm2.1 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
9 °C49 °F
23 °C73 °F
12 km/h7 mph
95 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
11 °C52 °F
25 °C78 °F
10 km/h6 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C51 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C44 °F
21 °C70 °F
11 km/h7 mph
32 mm1.3 in
3 cm1 in
OctCurrent
0 °C31 °F
12 °C54 °F
12 km/h7 mph
21 mm0.8 in
9 cm4 in
Nov
-6 °C20 °F
3 °C37 °F
12 km/h7 mph
27 mm1 in
23 cm9 in
Dec
-12 °C10 °F
-4 °C25 °F
11 km/h7 mph
21 mm0.8 in
19 cm8 in