Climate Overview
The climate in Lakefield is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1018mm of precipitation falls per year. Lakefield receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lakefield is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 164cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Lakefield has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Lakefield is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1018mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 85mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 138mm of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 33mm. That's 105mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 164cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 30cm.
Wind
Lakefield is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Lakefield, which began on June 21, 2026. Lakefield 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -12°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 308mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 16 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 358mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 246mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Expect around 23cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -12 to -1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 106mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Expect around 84cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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 Lakefield 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.
