Climate Overview
The climate in Gunsight Mountain Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -3°C and approximately 1327mm of precipitation falls per year. Gunsight Mountain Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gunsight Mountain Airport 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 -18°C. Gunsight Mountain Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Gunsight Mountain Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 11°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Gunsight Mountain Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1327mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 111mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 184mm of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 54mm. That's 130mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Gunsight Mountain Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 944cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 184cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Gunsight Mountain Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 1km/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
7 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Gunsight Mountain Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Gunsight Mountain Airport 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 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -18°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 7 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -14 to 5°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 220mm for the season, averaging 73mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 330mm across the season with a monthly average of 110mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -13 to 7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 385mm across the season with a monthly average of 128mm. Expect around 315cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -18 to -10°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 393mm across the season with a monthly average of 131mm. Expect around 393cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/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 Gunsight Mountain Airport 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.
