Climate Overview
The climate in Banihāl is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 2082mm of precipitation falls per year. Banihāl receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Banihāl is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Banihāl experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Banihāl vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Banihāl is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2082mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 173mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 344mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 66mm. That's 278mm less than July, 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. Banihāl receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 295cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 96cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Banihāl is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4km/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.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Banihāl, which began on March 20, 2026. Banihāl is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 625mm across the season with a monthly average of 208mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 796mm across the season with a monthly average of 265mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 246mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Expect around 19cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to 7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 415mm across the season with a monthly average of 138mm. Expect around 203cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Banihāl 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.