Climate Insights for Clayton

The climate in Clayton is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1144mm of precipitation falls per year. Clayton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Clayton 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 February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 124cm accumulating over the season.

Temperatures in Clayton 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 22°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -5°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 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Clayton is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1144mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 128mm of rainfall. July and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 69mm. That's 59mm less than October, 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 124cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 32cm.

Clayton 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 February, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h 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, 17km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Clayton, which began on March 20, 2026. Clayton 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 February near -8°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 91 days from now.

The best time to visit Clayton is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 69mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to -8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Clayton 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.