Climate Insights for Saint-Pierre
Climate Overview
The climate in Saint-Pierre is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,562 mm of precipitation falls per year. Saint-Pierre receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Saint-Pierre is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, September, July. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Saint-Pierre experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Saint-Pierre is cool. The average annual temperature is 44°F and approximately 61.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Saint-Pierre receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Saint-Pierre is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, September, July. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 27°F. Saint-Pierre experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Saint-Pierre vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Saint-Pierre vary considerably across the year, with a 37°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 64°F with a mean of 63°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 30°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Saint-Pierre is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,562 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 130 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 180 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 98 mm. That's 82 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Saint-Pierre receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 261cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 69cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Saint-Pierre is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 61.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.1 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 7.1 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3.9 in. That's 3.2 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Saint-Pierre receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 103in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 27in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Saint-Pierre is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 30km/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 38km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 23km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 15km/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 37km/h in winter, 30km/h in spring, 24km/h in summer, 31km/h in autumn.Saint-Pierre is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 19mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 24mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 14mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10mph 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 23mph in winter, 19mph in spring, 15mph in summer, 19mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Saint-Pierre is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 98 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°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 Saint-Pierre is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 27°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 Saint-Pierre 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 Saint-Pierre 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.