Climate Insights for Checkerboard Airport

Niobrara County, Arizona, United States

Hottest
July
43°C peak
Coldest
December
9°C low
Wettest
September
16mm rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Checkerboard Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 86mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 16mm of rainfall. Checkerboard Airport 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 9°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° 50° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 22° Average: 15° Min: 9° Feb Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 10° Mar Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 13° Apr Max: 33° Average: 24° Min: 16° May Max: 35° Average: 27° Min: 19° Jun Max: 41° Average: 32° Min: 25° Jul Max: 43° Average: 35° Min: 29° Aug Max: 42° Average: 35° Min: 29° Sep Max: 39° Average: 32° Min: 25° Oct Max: 34° Average: 26° Min: 19° Nov Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 13° Dec Max: 22° Average: 14° Min: 9°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Checkerboard Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 43°C and an average of 35°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 11mm Feb Precipitation: 9mm Mar Precipitation: 11mm Apr Precipitation: 2mm May Precipitation: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 5mm Aug Precipitation: 9mm Sep Precipitation: 16mm Oct Precipitation: 4mm Nov Precipitation: 4mm Dec Precipitation: 11mm
Precipitation

Checkerboard Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 86mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 16mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 1mm. 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.

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: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 17km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 18km/h Aug Wind Speed: 18km/h Sep Wind Speed: 15km/h Oct Wind Speed: 15km/h Nov Wind Speed: 15km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Checkerboard Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 15km/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.

Seasons

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

91 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Checkerboard Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Checkerboard 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 July at around 43°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 9°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 14mm for the entire season. 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 25 to 43°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 16mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 39°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 25mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 31mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 15°
Feb 17°
Mar 20°
Apr 24°
May 27°
Jun 32°
Jul 35°
Aug 35°
Sep 32°
Oct 26°
Nov 19°
Dec 14°

The best time to visit Checkerboard Airport is during February, March, April and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 7mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 43°C, while December is the coldest period with lows dropping to 9°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 Checkerboard 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. 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
9 °C
22 °C
16 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Feb
10 °C
25 °C
17 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
13 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
33 °C
18 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
35 °C
17 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
41 °C
17 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
29 °C
43 °C
18 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Aug
29 °C
42 °C
18 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
39 °C
15 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
34 °C
15 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
27 °C
15 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Dec
9 °C
22 °C
15 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
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