Climate Overview
The climate in Ridder is cold. The average annual temperature is -1°C and approximately 1300mm of precipitation falls per year. Ridder receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ridder 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -22°C. Ridder experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Ridder has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 42°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 14°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -22°C and an average temperature of -18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ridder is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1300mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 108mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 192mm of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 51mm. That's 141mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Ridder receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 581cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is October, with approximately 120cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Ridder 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 May, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
92 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Ridder, which began on June 21, 2026. Ridder 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 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -13 to 12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 298mm for the season, averaging 99mm 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 5 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 428mm across the season with a monthly average of 143mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -17 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 389mm across the season with a monthly average of 130mm. Expect around 259cm 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 -22 to -8°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 185mm for the season, averaging 62mm per month. Expect around 185cm 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 Ridder 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.