Climate Insights for Trout Lake

Columbia-Shuswap Regional District, British Columbia, Canada

Hottest
July
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
February
-12°C low11°F low
Wettest
November
162 mm rain6.4 in rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Trout Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 1,335 mm of precipitation falls per year. Trout Lake receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Trout Lake 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, December, January, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Trout Lake experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Trout Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 36°F and approximately 52.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Trout Lake receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Trout Lake 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, December, January, when temperatures can drop to 11°F. Trout Lake experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -5°Average: -8°Min: -11°FebMax: -4°Average: -8°Min: -12°MarMax: 2°Average: -3°Min: -7°AprMax: 6°Average: 1°Min: -4°MayMax: 12°Average: 6°Min: 0°JunMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 5°JulMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°AugMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°SepMax: 16°Average: 10°Min: 5°OctMax: 6°Average: 1°Min: -3°NovMax: -1°Average: -4°Min: -7°DecMax: -6°Average: -9°Min: -11°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 23°FAverage: 17°FMin: 13°FFebMax: 24°FAverage: 17°FMin: 11°FMarMax: 35°FAverage: 26°FMin: 19°FAprMax: 42°FAverage: 34°FMin: 25°FMayMax: 54°FAverage: 43°FMin: 33°FJunMax: 63°FAverage: 52°FMin: 41°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FSepMax: 60°FAverage: 49°FMin: 40°FOctMax: 43°FAverage: 34°FMin: 27°FNovMax: 30°FAverage: 24°FMin: 19°FDecMax: 21°FAverage: 16°FMin: 12°F
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Temperatures in Trout Lake vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 15°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Trout Lake vary considerably across the year, with a 60°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 59°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 11°F and the daily average is 17°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 15°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 115mmFebPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 114mmMarPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 112mmAprPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 73mmMayPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 17mmJunPrecipitation: 119mmSnow: 7mmJulPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 60mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 5mmOctPrecipitation: 144mmSnow: 96mmNovPrecipitation: 162mmSnow: 146mmDecPrecipitation: 152mmSnow: 149mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32in34in36in38in40in42in44in46in48in50in52in54in56in58inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 45inFebPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 45inMarPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 44inAprPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 29inMayPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 7inJunPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 3inJulPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 2inOctPrecipitation: 5.7inSnow (in): 38inNovPrecipitation: 6.4inSnow (in): 57inDecPrecipitation: 6inSnow (in): 59in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Trout Lake is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,335 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 111 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 162 mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 60 mm. That's 102 mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Trout Lake receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 832cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 149cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Trout Lake is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 52.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.4 in of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2.4 in. That's 4 in less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Trout Lake receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 328in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 59in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

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

Trout Lake is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Trout Lake 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 May, 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-8°17°F
Feb-8°17°F
Mar-3°26°F
Apr1°34°F
May6°43°F
Jun11°52°F
Jul15°59°F
Aug15°59°F
Sep10°49°F
Oct1°34°F
Nov-4°24°F
Dec-9°16°F

The best time to visit Trout Lake is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 72 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -12°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 Trout Lake is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 59°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 11°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 Trout Lake 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 Trout Lake 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
-11 °C13 °F
-5 °C23 °F
4 km/h3 mph
115 mm4.5 in
115 cm45 in
Feb
-12 °C11 °F
-4 °C24 °F
4 km/h3 mph
115 mm4.5 in
114 cm45 in
Mar
-7 °C19 °F
2 °C35 °F
4 km/h3 mph
118 mm4.6 in
112 cm44 in
Apr
-4 °C25 °F
6 °C42 °F
4 km/h3 mph
97 mm3.8 in
73 cm29 in
May
0 °C33 °F
12 °C54 °F
4 km/h2 mph
84 mm3.3 in
17 cm7 in
Jun
5 °C41 °F
17 °C63 °F
4 km/h3 mph
119 mm4.7 in
7 cm3 in
Jul
8 °C47 °F
22 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
8 °C47 °F
22 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
60 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
5 °C40 °F
16 °C60 °F
4 km/h2 mph
96 mm3.8 in
5 cm2 in
OctCurrent
-3 °C27 °F
6 °C43 °F
4 km/h3 mph
144 mm5.7 in
96 cm38 in
Nov
-7 °C19 °F
-1 °C30 °F
4 km/h3 mph
162 mm6.4 in
146 cm57 in
Dec
-11 °C12 °F
-6 °C21 °F
4 km/h3 mph
152 mm6 in
149 cm59 in