Climate Overview
The climate in Buena Vista is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 472mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 71mm of rainfall. Buena Vista 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 -15°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 166cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Buena Vista has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 15°C. December brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -15°C and an average temperature of -9°C. The average daily temperature swing is 16°C, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Buena Vista is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 472mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 39mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 71mm of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 23mm. That's 49mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 166cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 26cm.
Wind
Buena Vista 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 January, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Buena Vista, which began on March 20, 2026. Buena Vista 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -15°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -10 to 13°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 143mm over the season and a monthly average of 48mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 4 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 160mm for the season, averaging 53mm 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 -11 to 20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 88mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Expect around 35cm 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 -15 to 1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 80mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Expect around 61cm 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 Buena Vista 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.