Climate Overview
The climate in Castle Mountain Airstrip is cold. The average annual temperature is -3°C and approximately 959mm of precipitation falls per year. Castle Mountain Airstrip receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Castle Mountain Airstrip is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: Luglio, Agosto, Giugno. The coldest months are Gennaio, Dicembre, Febbraio, when temperatures can drop to -17°C. Castle Mountain Airstrip experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Castle Mountain Airstrip vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. Luglio is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 15°C with a mean of 11°C. Gennaio brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -17°C and an average temperature of -14°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Castle Mountain Airstrip is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 959mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 80mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 141mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 32mm. That's 108mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Castle Mountain Airstrip receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 345cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 60cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Castle Mountain Airstrip is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.
Seasons
92 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Castle Mountain Airstrip, which began on March 20, 2026. Castle Mountain 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 Luglio at around 15°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in Gennaio near -17°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -14 to 7°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 138mm over the season and a monthly average of 46mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 371mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -15 to 8°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 262mm for the season, averaging 87mm per month. Expect around 113cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -17 to -9°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 188mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Expect around 141cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/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 Castle Mountain 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.