Climate Overview
The climate in Ridder is cold. The average annual temperature is 0°C and approximately 1342mm of precipitation falls per year. Ridder receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ridder 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 -20°C. Ridder experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Ridder has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 15°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -20°C and an average temperature of -16°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 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ridder is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1342mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 112mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 177mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 63mm. That's 114mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Ridder receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 431cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 94cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Ridder is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Ridder, which began on March 20, 2026. Ridder 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 July at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -12 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 288mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 419mm across the season with a monthly average of 140mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -14 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 405mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Expect around 175cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -20 to -8°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 229mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Expect around 166cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ridder 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.