Climate Overview
The climate in Chandalar Lake Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -8°C and approximately 401mm of precipitation falls per year. Agosto is the wettest month, receiving around 84mm of rainfall. Chandalar Lake Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: Luglio, Giugno, Agosto. The coldest months are Gennaio, Febbraio, Dicembre, when temperatures can drop to -28°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 125cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Chandalar Lake Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 45°C from the coldest to warmest months. Luglio is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 13°C. Gennaio brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -28°C and an average temperature of -25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 12°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Chandalar Lake Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 401mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 33mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 84mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 10mm. That's 74mm less than August, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 125cm accumulating over the season. October typically sees the most snow at around 22cm.
Wind
Chandalar Lake Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 9km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.
Seasons
92 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Chandalar Lake Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Chandalar Lake Airport 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in Gennaio near -28°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -23 to 7°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 58mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 200mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -23 to 5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 101mm over the season and a monthly average of 34mm. Expect around 54cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -28 to -20°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 43mm for the entire season. Expect around 38cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/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 Chandalar Lake Airport 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.