Climate Insights for Fruitland

Whitman County, Idaho, United States

Hottest
July
37°C peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low
Wettest
December
44mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Fruitland is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 260mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 44mm of rainfall. Fruitland 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 5° Average: 0° Min: -3° Feb Max: 9° Average: 3° Min: -1° Mar Max: 15° Average: 8° Min: 3° Apr Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 6° May Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 11° Jun Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 16° Jul Max: 37° Average: 29° Min: 20° Aug Max: 36° Average: 27° Min: 19° Sep Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 13° Oct Max: 21° Average: 13° Min: 7° Nov Max: 11° Average: 6° Min: 2° Dec Max: 5° Average: 1° Min: -3°
Max
Average
Min

Fruitland has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 29°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 10mm Feb Precipitation: 30mm Snow: 6mm Mar Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 2mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 4mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 9mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 1mm Dec Precipitation: 44mm Snow: 11mm
Precipitation
Snow

Fruitland is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 260mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 22mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 44mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2mm. That's 42mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 30cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 11cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 16km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 16km/h Aug Wind Speed: 15km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 13km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Fruitland is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 12km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

84 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Fruitland, which began on March 20, 2026. Fruitland 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 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -3°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 84 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 3 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 75mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 37°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 17mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 2 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 55mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. 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 -3 to 9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 113mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Expect around 27cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr 13°
May 18°
Jun 23°
Jul 29°
Aug 27°
Sep 21°
Oct 13°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Fruitland is during May, June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 15mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 37°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -3°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Fruitland 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-3 °C
5 °C
11 km/h
40 mm
10 cm
Feb
-1 °C
9 °C
14 km/h
30 mm
6 cm
Mar Current
3 °C
15 °C
16 km/h
29 mm
1 cm
Apr
6 °C
20 °C
18 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
May
11 °C
26 °C
17 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
31 °C
17 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
37 °C
16 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
36 °C
15 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Oct
7 °C
21 °C
13 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Nov
2 °C
11 °C
12 km/h
29 mm
1 cm
Dec
-3 °C
5 °C
11 km/h
44 mm
11 cm
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