Climate Overview
The climate in Creede Airstrip is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 564mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 90mm of rainfall. Creede Airstrip 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 December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to -16°C. Creede Airstrip experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Creede Airstrip has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 13°C. December brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -16°C and an average temperature of -9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Creede Airstrip is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 564mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 47mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 90mm of rainfall. August and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 30mm. That's 60mm 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. Creede Airstrip receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 205cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 33cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Creede Airstrip is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Creede Airstrip, which began on March 20, 2026. Creede Airstrip 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 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -10 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 142mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 2 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 204mm for the season, averaging 68mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -12 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 111mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Expect around 44cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -16 to 0°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 106mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Expect around 80cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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 Creede Airstrip 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.
