Climate Overview
The climate in Eagle River is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 1413mm of precipitation falls per year. Eagle River receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Eagle River 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 -11°C. Eagle River experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Eagle River vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Eagle River is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1413mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 118mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 175mm of rainfall. August and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 65mm. That's 109mm 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. Eagle River receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 510cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 95cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Eagle River is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 7km/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 Eagle River, which began on March 20, 2026. Eagle River 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -11°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 87 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -9 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 217mm for the season, averaging 72mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 384mm across the season with a monthly average of 128mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -9 to 11°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 462mm across the season with a monthly average of 154mm. Expect around 152cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -11 to -4°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 350mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Expect around 235cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/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 Eagle River 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.
