Climate Insights for Trout Lake
Columbia-Shuswap Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
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
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
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
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
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.