Climate Insights for Windsor
Southwestern Ontario, Ontario, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Windsor is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 898 mm of precipitation falls per year. Windsor receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Windsor 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 90cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Windsor is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 35.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Windsor receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Windsor 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 24°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 35in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Windsor vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Windsor vary considerably across the year, with a 59°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 24°F and the daily average is 28°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Windsor is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 898 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 75 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 92 mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 59 mm. That's 33 mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 90cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 27cm.Windsor is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 35.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 3.6 in of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.3 in. That's 1.3 in less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 35in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 11in.
Wind
Windsor 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 February, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 17km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Windsor is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Windsor is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 77 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°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 Windsor is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 24°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 Windsor 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 Windsor 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.