Climate Overview
The climate in Conway is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1344mm of precipitation falls per year. Conway receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Conway 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 -12°C. Conway experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Conway has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Conway is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1344mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 112mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 154mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 81mm. That's 73mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Conway receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 211cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 47cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Conway 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 March, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h 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 15km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Conway, which began on March 20, 2026. Conway 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -12°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -6 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 312mm across the season with a monthly average of 104mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 361mm across the season with a monthly average of 120mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -3 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 317mm across the season with a monthly average of 106mm. Expect around 22cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -12 to 0°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 354mm across the season with a monthly average of 118mm. Expect around 128cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Conway is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 81mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -12°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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Conway 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.