Climate Overview
The climate in Tumbler Ridge Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 714mm of precipitation falls per year. Tumbler Ridge Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tumbler Ridge Airport 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 -14°C. Tumbler Ridge Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Tumbler Ridge Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 14°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 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Tumbler Ridge Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 714mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 59mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 103mm of rainfall. July and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 36mm. That's 66mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Tumbler Ridge Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 217cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 42cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Tumbler Ridge Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 15km/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.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Tumbler Ridge Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Tumbler Ridge Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -14°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -9 to 16°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 147mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 260mm for the season, averaging 87mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -8 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 185mm for the season, averaging 62mm per month. Expect around 71cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -14 to -5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 122mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. Expect around 88cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tumbler Ridge Airport 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.
