Climate Insights for Sutherland

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Hottest
January
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
July
1°C low35°F low
Wettest
March
33 mm rain1.3 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sutherland is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 256 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 33 mm of rainfall. Sutherland is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Light snow can occur between June and September.The climate in Sutherland is temperate. The average annual temperature is 58°F and approximately 10.1 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 1.3 in of rainfall. Sutherland is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 35°F. Light snow can occur between June and September.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 13°FebMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 13°MarMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°AprMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 8°MayMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 6°JunMax: 14°Average: 8°Min: 3°JulMax: 13°Average: 7°Min: 1°AugMax: 15°Average: 8°Min: 2°SepMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 4°OctMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 7°NovMax: 25°Average: 17°Min: 9°DecMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 11°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 70°FMin: 56°FFebMax: 83°FAverage: 69°FMin: 56°FMarMax: 78°FAverage: 65°FMin: 53°FAprMax: 70°FAverage: 58°FMin: 47°FMayMax: 65°FAverage: 53°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 57°FAverage: 47°FMin: 37°FJulMax: 56°FAverage: 44°FMin: 35°FAugMax: 59°FAverage: 47°FMin: 35°FSepMax: 65°FAverage: 53°FMin: 40°FOctMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 63°FMin: 49°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 67°FMin: 53°F
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Temperatures in Sutherland vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Sutherland vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 35°F and an average of 44°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 33mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 19mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 3mmJulPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 9mmAugPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 3mmSepPrecipitation: 17mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 17mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 1inJulPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 3inAugPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 1inSepPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 0in
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Snow (in)

Sutherland is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 256 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 21 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 33 mm of rainfall. June and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 15 mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between June and September, totalling around 17cm annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 9cm.Sutherland is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 10.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.8 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 1.3 in of rainfall. June and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.6 in. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between June and September, totalling around 7in annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 3in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 18km/hJulWind Speed: 17km/hAugWind Speed: 16km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Sutherland 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 June, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Sutherland is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb21°69°F
Mar18°65°F
Apr15°58°F
May12°53°F
Jun8°47°F
Jul7°44°F
Aug8°47°F
Sep11°53°F
Oct15°59°F
Nov17°63°F
Dec19°67°F

The best time to visit Sutherland is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 22 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Sutherland is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 35°F. 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 Sutherland 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sutherland based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
13 °C56 °F
29 °C84 °F
15 km/h9 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C56 °F
28 °C83 °F
14 km/h9 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
12 °C53 °F
25 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
8 °C47 °F
21 °C70 °F
14 km/h9 mph
19 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
6 °C42 °F
18 °C65 °F
15 km/h9 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
3 °C37 °F
14 °C57 °F
18 km/h11 mph
28 mm1.1 in
3 cm1 in
Jul
1 °C35 °F
13 °C56 °F
17 km/h10 mph
26 mm1 in
9 cm3 in
Aug
2 °C35 °F
15 °C59 °F
16 km/h10 mph
15 mm0.6 in
3 cm1 in
Sep
4 °C40 °F
18 °C65 °F
15 km/h10 mph
17 mm0.7 in
1 cm1 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
22 °C72 °F
15 km/h10 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
9 °C49 °F
25 °C76 °F
15 km/h10 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
11 °C53 °F
27 °C80 °F
15 km/h9 mph
22 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in