Climate Insights for Joseph

Chugach Census Area, Oregon, United States

Hottest
August
26°C peak
Coldest
December
-10°C low
Wettest
February
138mm rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Joseph is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 992mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 138mm of rainfall. Joseph 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 December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to -10°C. Joseph experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -2° Average: -5° Min: -7° Feb Max: -1° Average: -4° Min: -7° Mar Max: 4° Average: 0° Min: -4° Apr Max: 8° Average: 3° Min: -2° May Max: 14° Average: 8° Min: 2° Jun Max: 19° Average: 12° Min: 5° Jul Max: 26° Average: 17° Min: 9° Aug Max: 26° Average: 17° Min: 9° Sep Max: 20° Average: 12° Min: 5° Oct Max: 10° Average: 4° Min: -1° Nov Max: 3° Average: -1° Min: -5° Dec Max: -3° Average: -7° Min: -10°
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Average
Min

Joseph has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 17°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -10°C and the daily average is -7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 110mm Snow: 108mm Feb Precipitation: 138mm Snow: 125mm Mar Precipitation: 127mm Snow: 87mm Apr Precipitation: 95mm Snow: 41mm May Precipitation: 100mm Snow: 13mm Jun Precipitation: 74mm Snow: 5mm Jul Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 43mm Snow: 4mm Oct Precipitation: 88mm Snow: 28mm Nov Precipitation: 80mm Snow: 55mm Dec Precipitation: 89mm Snow: 86mm
Precipitation
Snow

Joseph is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 992mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 138mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 24mm. That's 114mm less than February, 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. Joseph receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 552cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 125cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Joseph 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 February, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

94 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Joseph, which began on June 21, 2026. Joseph 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -10°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 94 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -4 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 322mm across the season with a monthly average of 107mm. 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 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 123mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -5 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 210mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Expect around 87cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -10 to -1°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 337mm across the season with a monthly average of 112mm. Expect around 319cm 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.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -5°
Feb -4°
Mar
Apr
May
Jun 12°
Jul 17°
Aug 17°
Sep 12°
Oct
Nov -1°
Dec -7°

The best time to visit Joseph is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 25mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -10°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Joseph 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-7 °C
-2 °C
2 km/h
110 mm
108 cm
Feb
-7 °C
-1 °C
2 km/h
138 mm
125 cm
Mar
-4 °C
4 °C
2 km/h
127 mm
87 cm
Apr
-2 °C
8 °C
2 km/h
95 mm
41 cm
May
2 °C
14 °C
2 km/h
100 mm
13 cm
Jun Current
5 °C
19 °C
2 km/h
74 mm
5 cm
Jul
9 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Aug
9 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Sep
5 °C
20 °C
2 km/h
43 mm
4 cm
Oct
-1 °C
10 °C
2 km/h
88 mm
28 cm
Nov
-5 °C
3 °C
2 km/h
80 mm
55 cm
Dec
-10 °C
-3 °C
2 km/h
89 mm
86 cm
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