Climate Insights for Thessalon
Algoma District, Ontario, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Thessalon is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1,050 mm of precipitation falls per year. Thessalon receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Thessalon is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Thessalon experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Thessalon is cool. The average annual temperature is 43°F and approximately 41.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Thessalon receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Thessalon is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 17°F. Thessalon experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Thessalon vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Thessalon vary considerably across the year, with a 53°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 70°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 17°F and the daily average is 21°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Thessalon is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,050 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 125 mm of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 55 mm. That's 70 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. Thessalon receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 212cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 48cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Thessalon is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 4.9 in of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.2 in. That's 2.8 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. Thessalon receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 84in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 19in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Thessalon is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap 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 22km/h in winter, 19km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 20km/h in autumn.Thessalon is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap 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 14mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Thessalon is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 92 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°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 Thessalon is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.6 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 17°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 Thessalon 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 Thessalon 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.