Climate Insights for Windsor

Southwestern Ontario, Ontario, Canada

Hottest
July
28°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
January
-5°C low24°F low
Wettest
April
92 mm rain3.6 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

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

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°FebMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -4°MarMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: 0°AprMax: 13°Average: 9°Min: 5°MayMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 12°JunMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 18°JulMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 20°AugMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 19°SepMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 16°OctMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 10°NovMax: 9°Average: 6°Min: 3°DecMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -2°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°FAverage: 28°FMin: 24°FFebMax: 38°FAverage: 30°FMin: 25°FMarMax: 47°FAverage: 39°FMin: 33°FAprMax: 56°FAverage: 48°FMin: 41°FMayMax: 69°FAverage: 60°FMin: 53°FJunMax: 79°FAverage: 71°FMin: 64°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 67°FSepMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 63°FAverage: 55°FMin: 49°FNovMax: 48°FAverage: 42°FMin: 37°FDecMax: 38°FAverage: 33°FMin: 29°F
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Min

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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 22mmFebPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 27mmMarPrecipitation: 79mmSnow: 12mmAprPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 6mmMayPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 76mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 73mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 59mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 63mmSnow: 8mmDecPrecipitation: 67mmSnow: 15mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 9inFebPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 11inMarPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 5inAprPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 3inDecPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 6in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17km/hFebWind Speed: 17km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 17km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 17km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

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

Jan-2°28°F
Feb-1°30°F
Mar4°39°F
Apr9°48°F
May15°60°F
Jun22°71°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug23°73°F
Sep19°67°F
Oct13°55°F
Nov6°42°F
Dec1°33°F

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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-5 °C24 °F
1 °C33 °F
17 km/h11 mph
69 mm2.7 in
22 cm9 in
Feb
-4 °C25 °F
3 °C38 °F
17 km/h11 mph
62 mm2.5 in
27 cm11 in
Mar
0 °C33 °F
8 °C47 °F
17 km/h11 mph
79 mm3.1 in
12 cm5 in
Apr
5 °C41 °F
13 °C56 °F
17 km/h10 mph
92 mm3.6 in
6 cm2 in
May
12 °C53 °F
20 °C69 °F
15 km/h9 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
18 °C64 °F
26 °C79 °F
14 km/h9 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
20 °C68 °F
28 °C83 °F
12 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C67 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h8 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C60 °F
24 °C75 °F
13 km/h8 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
10 °C49 °F
17 °C63 °F
16 km/h10 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C37 °F
9 °C48 °F
17 km/h11 mph
63 mm2.5 in
8 cm3 in
Dec
-2 °C29 °F
4 °C38 °F
17 km/h11 mph
67 mm2.6 in
15 cm6 in