Climate Insights for Trail

Regional District of Kootenay Boundary, British Columbia, Canada

Hottest
July
28°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
January
-8°C low18°F low
Wettest
November
110 mm rain4.3 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Trail is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 866 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 110 mm of rainfall. Trail 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Trail experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Trail is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 34.1 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 4.3 in of rainfall. Trail 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 18°F. Trail experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -5°Min: -8°FebMax: 1°Average: -4°Min: -7°MarMax: 7°Average: 1°Min: -3°AprMax: 12°Average: 6°Min: 1°MayMax: 19°Average: 12°Min: 6°JunMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 9°JulMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 13°AugMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 12°SepMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 8°OctMax: 12°Average: 6°Min: 2°NovMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -2°DecMax: -1°Average: -4°Min: -6°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°FAverage: 24°FMin: 18°FFebMax: 33°FAverage: 25°FMin: 19°FMarMax: 44°FAverage: 35°FMin: 27°FAprMax: 54°FAverage: 44°FMin: 34°FMayMax: 66°FAverage: 54°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 72°FAverage: 60°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 69°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 68°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 58°FMin: 47°FOctMax: 53°FAverage: 43°FMin: 36°FNovMax: 39°FAverage: 33°FMin: 29°FDecMax: 31°FAverage: 25°FMin: 21°F
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Trail has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Trail has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 65°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 18°F and the daily average is 24°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 84mmFebPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 56mmMarPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 53mmAprPrecipitation: 76mmSnow: 14mmMayPrecipitation: 80mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 59mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 19mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 11mmNovPrecipitation: 110mmSnow: 59mmDecPrecipitation: 108mmSnow: 81mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 33inFebPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 22inMarPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 21inAprPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 4inNovPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 23inDecPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 32in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Trail is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 866 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 72 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 110 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 19 mm. That's 91 mm less than November, 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. Trail receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 361cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 84cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Trail is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 34.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 4.3 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.7 in. That's 3.6 in less than November, 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. Trail receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 142in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 33in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 4km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 2mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 2mph
Wind Speed

Trail is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4km/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.Trail is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2mph, 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-5°24°F
Feb-4°25°F
Mar1°35°F
Apr6°44°F
May12°54°F
Jun16°60°F
Jul21°69°F
Aug20°68°F
Sep14°58°F
Oct6°43°F
Nov1°33°F
Dec-4°25°F

The best time to visit Trail 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 36 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Trail is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 18°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Trail 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 Trail 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
-8 °C18 °F
-1 °C30 °F
4 km/h2 mph
97 mm3.8 in
84 cm33 in
Feb
-7 °C19 °F
1 °C33 °F
4 km/h3 mph
72 mm2.8 in
56 cm22 in
Mar
-3 °C27 °F
7 °C44 °F
5 km/h3 mph
92 mm3.6 in
53 cm21 in
Apr
1 °C34 °F
12 °C54 °F
5 km/h3 mph
76 mm3 in
14 cm5 in
May
6 °C44 °F
19 °C66 °F
5 km/h3 mph
80 mm3.1 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
9 °C49 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
28 °C83 °F
5 km/h3 mph
19 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
29 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
8 °C47 °F
21 °C71 °F
5 km/h3 mph
44 mm1.7 in
1 cm1 in
OctCurrent
2 °C36 °F
12 °C53 °F
4 km/h3 mph
81 mm3.2 in
11 cm4 in
Nov
-2 °C29 °F
4 °C39 °F
4 km/h2 mph
110 mm4.3 in
59 cm23 in
Dec
-6 °C21 °F
-1 °C31 °F
4 km/h2 mph
108 mm4.2 in
81 cm32 in