Climate Overview
The climate in Sandia is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 3229mm of precipitation falls per year. Sandia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sandia is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, April, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Sandia sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 3°C to 17°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 12°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Sandia is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3229mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 269mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 433mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 132mm. That's 301mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 33cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 7cm.
Wind
Sandia is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Sandia, which began on September 23, 2026. Sandia is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed: spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 3°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 5 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 728mm across the season with a monthly average of 243mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1200mm across the season with a monthly average of 400mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 6 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 800mm across the season with a monthly average of 267mm. Expect around 7cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 3 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 501mm across the season with a monthly average of 167mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sandia 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.
