Climate Insights for Windermere

Regional District of East Kootenay, British Columbia, Canada

Hottest
July
23°C peak73°F peak
Coldest
December
-13°C low9°F low
Wettest
June
108 mm rain4.2 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Windermere is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 791 mm of precipitation falls per year. Windermere receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Windermere 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 December, February, January, when temperatures can drop to -13°C. Windermere experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Windermere is cool. The average annual temperature is 36°F and approximately 31.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Windermere receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Windermere 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 December, February, January, when temperatures can drop to 9°F. Windermere experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -5°Average: -9°Min: -12°FebMax: -5°Average: -9°Min: -12°MarMax: 1°Average: -3°Min: -7°AprMax: 6°Average: 1°Min: -3°MayMax: 13°Average: 7°Min: 2°JunMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 6°JulMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 9°AugMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 9°SepMax: 17°Average: 10°Min: 5°OctMax: 7°Average: 2°Min: -3°NovMax: 0°Average: -5°Min: -8°DecMax: -6°Average: -10°Min: -13°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 23°FAverage: 16°FMin: 11°FFebMax: 24°FAverage: 16°FMin: 10°FMarMax: 35°FAverage: 26°FMin: 19°FAprMax: 44°FAverage: 35°FMin: 27°FMayMax: 56°FAverage: 45°FMin: 35°FJunMax: 64°FAverage: 53°FMin: 42°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 60°FMin: 48°FAugMax: 73°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FSepMax: 62°FAverage: 50°FMin: 41°FOctMax: 45°FAverage: 35°FMin: 27°FNovMax: 31°FAverage: 23°FMin: 17°FDecMax: 21°FAverage: 14°FMin: 9°F
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Windermere has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -13°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 September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Windermere has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 64°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 60°F. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to 9°F and the daily average is 14°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 44mmFebPrecipitation: 52mmSnow: 49mmMarPrecipitation: 66mmSnow: 56mmAprPrecipitation: 59mmSnow: 38mmMayPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 10mmJunPrecipitation: 108mmSnow: 5mmJulPrecipitation: 70mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 63mmSnow: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 51mmSnow: 4mmOctPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 33mmNovPrecipitation: 74mmSnow: 58mmDecPrecipitation: 76mmSnow: 71mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 17inFebPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 19inMarPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 22inAprPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 15inMayPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 4inJunPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 2inJulPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 13inNovPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 23inDecPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 28in
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Snow (in)

Windermere is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 791 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 66 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 108 mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 44 mm. That's 63 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Windermere receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 368cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 71cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Windermere is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 31.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 4.3 in of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.7 in. That's 2.5 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Windermere receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 145in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 28in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

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

Windermere is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Windermere is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 2mph, 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-9°16°F
Feb-9°16°F
Mar-3°26°F
Apr1°35°F
May7°45°F
Jun11°53°F
Jul16°60°F
Aug15°59°F
Sep10°50°F
Oct2°35°F
Nov-5°23°F
Dec-10°14°F

The best time to visit Windermere is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 67 mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -13°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Windermere is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 9°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 Windermere 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 Windermere 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
-12 °C11 °F
-5 °C23 °F
3 km/h2 mph
44 mm1.8 in
44 cm17 in
Feb
-12 °C10 °F
-5 °C24 °F
3 km/h2 mph
52 mm2 in
49 cm19 in
Mar
-7 °C19 °F
1 °C35 °F
4 km/h2 mph
66 mm2.6 in
56 cm22 in
Apr
-3 °C27 °F
6 °C44 °F
4 km/h2 mph
59 mm2.3 in
38 cm15 in
May
2 °C35 °F
13 °C56 °F
4 km/h2 mph
61 mm2.4 in
10 cm4 in
Jun
6 °C42 °F
18 °C64 °F
4 km/h2 mph
108 mm4.2 in
5 cm2 in
Jul
9 °C48 °F
23 °C73 °F
4 km/h2 mph
70 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
9 °C47 °F
23 °C73 °F
3 km/h2 mph
63 mm2.5 in
1 cm0 in
Sep
5 °C41 °F
17 °C62 °F
3 km/h2 mph
51 mm2 in
4 cm1 in
OctCurrent
-3 °C27 °F
7 °C45 °F
3 km/h2 mph
68 mm2.7 in
33 cm13 in
Nov
-8 °C17 °F
0 °C31 °F
3 km/h2 mph
74 mm2.9 in
58 cm23 in
Dec
-13 °C9 °F
-6 °C21 °F
3 km/h2 mph
76 mm3 in
71 cm28 in