Climate Insights for Washow Bay

Rural Municipality of Bifrost – Riverton, Manitoba, Canada

Hottest
July
26°C peak78°F peak
Coldest
February
-19°C low-3°F low
Wettest
July
84 mm rain3.3 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Washow Bay is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 585 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 84 mm of rainfall. Washow Bay 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, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -19°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 140cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Washow Bay is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 23 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 3.3 in of rainfall. Washow Bay 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, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -3°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 55in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -11°Average: -15°Min: -18°FebMax: -10°Average: -15°Min: -19°MarMax: -1°Average: -7°Min: -11°AprMax: 7°Average: 1°Min: -3°MayMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 7°JunMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°JulMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°AugMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°SepMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 11°OctMax: 9°Average: 6°Min: 3°NovMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -6°DecMax: -9°Average: -12°Min: -15°
Max
Average
Min
-10°F0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 13°FAverage: 5°FMin: 0°FFebMax: 13°FAverage: 4°FMin: -3°FMarMax: 29°FAverage: 20°FMin: 12°FAprMax: 44°FAverage: 34°FMin: 26°FMayMax: 62°FAverage: 52°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FJulMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 62°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 58°FMin: 51°FOctMax: 49°FAverage: 42°FMin: 38°FNovMax: 32°FAverage: 26°FMin: 22°FDecMax: 16°FAverage: 10°FMin: 4°F
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Washow Bay has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 45°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -19°C and an average temperature of -15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.Washow Bay has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 81°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -3°F and an average temperature of 4°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 18°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 21mmFebPrecipitation: 19mmSnow: 18mmMarPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 16mmAprPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 23mmMayPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 80mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 60mmSnow: 13mmNovPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 21mmDecPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 26mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 8inFebPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 7inMarPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 6inAprPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 9inMayPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 5inNovPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 10in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Washow Bay is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 585 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 84 mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 19 mm. That's 64 mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 140cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 26cm.Washow Bay is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 3.3 in of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.7 in. That's 2.5 in less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 55in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 10in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 15km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 16km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Washow Bay is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 14km/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.Washow Bay is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 9mph, 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-15°5°F
Feb-15°4°F
Mar-7°20°F
Apr1°34°F
May11°52°F
Jun18°65°F
Jul21°69°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep14°58°F
Oct6°42°F
Nov-3°26°F
Dec-12°10°F

The best time to visit Washow Bay 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 82 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -19°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 Washow Bay is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°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 Washow Bay 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 Washow Bay 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
-18 °C0 °F
-11 °C13 °F
14 km/h9 mph
22 mm0.9 in
21 cm8 in
Feb
-19 °C-3 °F
-10 °C13 °F
14 km/h9 mph
19 mm0.8 in
18 cm7 in
Mar
-11 °C12 °F
-1 °C29 °F
15 km/h9 mph
24 mm1 in
16 cm6 in
Apr
-3 °C26 °F
7 °C44 °F
15 km/h9 mph
47 mm1.8 in
23 cm9 in
May
7 °C44 °F
17 °C62 °F
15 km/h9 mph
54 mm2.1 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
14 °C58 °F
23 °C74 °F
15 km/h9 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C62 °F
26 °C78 °F
14 km/h9 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
24 °C75 °F
14 km/h9 mph
80 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C51 °F
19 °C66 °F
16 km/h10 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
3 °C38 °F
9 °C49 °F
16 km/h10 mph
60 mm2.4 in
13 cm5 in
Nov
-6 °C22 °F
0 °C32 °F
16 km/h10 mph
31 mm1.2 in
21 cm8 in
Dec
-15 °C4 °F
-9 °C16 °F
14 km/h9 mph
28 mm1.1 in
26 cm10 in