Climate Overview
The climate in Ranam is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1287mm of precipitation falls per year. Ranam receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ranam is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -14°C. Ranam experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Ranam has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ranam is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1287mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 328mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 44mm. That's 284mm 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. Ranam receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 254cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 76cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Ranam is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 1km/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
3 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Ranam, which began on March 20, 2026. Ranam 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 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -14°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -5 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 216mm for the season, averaging 72mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 575mm across the season with a monthly average of 192mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -3 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 324mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Expect around 32cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -14 to -3°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 173mm for the season, averaging 58mm per month. Expect around 166cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Ranam 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.