Climate Overview
The climate in Chesterfield is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1470mm of precipitation falls per year. Chesterfield receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Chesterfield 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 164cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Chesterfield vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Chesterfield is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1470mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 123mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 172mm of rainfall. August and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 95mm. That's 77mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 164cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 37cm.
Wind
Chesterfield is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/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 19km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.
Seasons
91 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Chesterfield, which began on March 20, 2026. Chesterfield 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 91 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 338mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 437mm across the season with a monthly average of 146mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 350mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Expect around 16cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -8 to 3°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 345mm across the season with a monthly average of 115mm. Expect around 100cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chesterfield 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.