Climate Overview
The climate in Cordova, Smith Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 3011mm of precipitation falls per year. Cordova, Smith Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cordova, Smith Airport 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 February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Cordova, Smith Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Cordova, Smith Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 15°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Cordova, Smith Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3011mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 251mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 376mm of rainfall. December and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 145mm. That's 231mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Cordova, Smith Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 742cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 161cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Cordova, Smith Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/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 19km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Cordova, Smith Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Cordova, Smith Airport 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 15°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -5 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 533mm across the season with a monthly average of 178mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 627mm across the season with a monthly average of 209mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -4 to 12°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 999mm across the season with a monthly average of 333mm. Expect around 135cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to -1°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 852mm across the season with a monthly average of 284mm. Expect around 411cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 19km/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 Cordova, Smith Airport 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.
