Climate Overview
The climate in Shimukappu is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1306mm of precipitation falls per year. Shimukappu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shimukappu is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -10°C. Shimukappu experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Shimukappu vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -10°C and the daily average is -6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Shimukappu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1306mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 109mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 202mm of rainfall. July and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 56mm. That's 146mm 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. Shimukappu receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 276cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 58cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Shimukappu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
85 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Shimukappu, which began on June 21, 2026. Shimukappu 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 August at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -10°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 85 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 271mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 459mm across the season with a monthly average of 153mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 365mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. Expect around 39cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -10 to -1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 211mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Expect around 168cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/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 Shimukappu 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.
