Climate Insights for Yorkton

Saskatchewan, Canada

Hottest
July
25°C peak78°F peak
Coldest
February
-19°C low-3°F low
Wettest
June
97 mm rain3.8 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Yorkton is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 512 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 97 mm of rainfall. Yorkton 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 134cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Yorkton is cool. The average annual temperature is 36°F and approximately 20.2 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.8 in of rainfall. Yorkton 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 53in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -10°Average: -14°Min: -18°FebMax: -10°Average: -15°Min: -19°MarMax: -2°Average: -7°Min: -12°AprMax: 9°Average: 2°Min: -4°MayMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 5°JunMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 11°JulMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°AugMax: 25°Average: 17°Min: 11°SepMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 7°OctMax: 10°Average: 4°Min: 0°NovMax: 0°Average: -5°Min: -8°DecMax: -8°Average: -13°Min: -16°
Max
Average
Min
-10°F0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 15°FAverage: 7°FMin: 0°FFebMax: 15°FAverage: 5°FMin: -3°FMarMax: 29°FAverage: 19°FMin: 11°FAprMax: 48°FAverage: 35°FMin: 26°FMayMax: 67°FAverage: 53°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 63°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 68°FAverage: 55°FMin: 45°FOctMax: 50°FAverage: 39°FMin: 32°FNovMax: 31°FAverage: 24°FMin: 18°FDecMax: 17°FAverage: 9°FMin: 3°F
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Yorkton has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -19°C and an average temperature of -15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.Yorkton 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 66°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -3°F and an average temperature of 5°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°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: 20mmSnow: 19mmFebPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 15mmMarPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 24mmAprPrecipitation: 33mmSnow: 18mmMayPrecipitation: 57mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 70mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 58mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 2mmOctPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 8mmNovPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 24mmDecPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 23mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 7inFebPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 6inMarPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 10inAprPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 7inMayPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 3inNovPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 9inDecPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 9in
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Snow (in)

Yorkton is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 512 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 43 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 97 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 16 mm. That's 81 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 134cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.Yorkton is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 20.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.8 in of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 3.2 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 53in accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 10in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 15km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 15km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Yorkton is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13km/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.Yorkton 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 April, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-14°7°F
Feb-15°5°F
Mar-7°19°F
Apr2°35°F
May12°53°F
Jun17°62°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct4°39°F
Nov-5°24°F
Dec-13°9°F

The best time to visit Yorkton is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 75 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 Yorkton is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 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 Yorkton 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 Yorkton 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
-10 °C15 °F
14 km/h9 mph
20 mm0.8 in
19 cm7 in
Feb
-19 °C-3 °F
-10 °C15 °F
15 km/h9 mph
16 mm0.6 in
15 cm6 in
Mar
-12 °C11 °F
-2 °C29 °F
15 km/h9 mph
27 mm1.1 in
24 cm10 in
Apr
-4 °C26 °F
9 °C48 °F
15 km/h10 mph
33 mm1.3 in
18 cm7 in
May
5 °C41 °F
20 °C67 °F
15 km/h9 mph
57 mm2.2 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
23 °C74 °F
14 km/h9 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
25 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
70 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
25 °C76 °F
13 km/h8 mph
58 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C45 °F
20 °C68 °F
14 km/h9 mph
47 mm1.8 in
2 cm1 in
OctCurrent
0 °C32 °F
10 °C50 °F
15 km/h9 mph
36 mm1.4 in
8 cm3 in
Nov
-8 °C18 °F
0 °C31 °F
14 km/h9 mph
29 mm1.1 in
24 cm9 in
Dec
-16 °C3 °F
-8 °C17 °F
14 km/h9 mph
24 mm0.9 in
23 cm9 in