Climate Insights for Murphy Hot Springs Airport

Whatcom County, Idaho, United States

Hottest
July
32°C peak
Coldest
December
-8°C low
Wettest
May
63mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Murphy Hot Springs Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 456mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 63mm of rainfall. Murphy Hot Springs 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 December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 184cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 1° Average: -3° Min: -6° Feb Max: 3° Average: -2° Min: -5° Mar Max: 8° Average: 2° Min: -2° Apr Max: 14° Average: 7° Min: 2° May Max: 18° Average: 12° Min: 6° Jun Max: 26° Average: 17° Min: 10° Jul Max: 32° Average: 23° Min: 15° Aug Max: 31° Average: 22° Min: 14° Sep Max: 24° Average: 16° Min: 9° Oct Max: 16° Average: 8° Min: 2° Nov Max: 9° Average: 3° Min: -2° Dec Max: 0° Average: -4° Min: -8°
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Average
Min

Murphy Hot Springs Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 50mm Snow: 36mm Feb Precipitation: 37mm Snow: 30mm Mar Precipitation: 49mm Snow: 27mm Apr Precipitation: 63mm Snow: 19mm May Precipitation: 63mm Snow: 5mm Jun Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 9mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 35mm Snow: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 39mm Snow: 23mm Dec Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 35mm
Precipitation
Snow

Murphy Hot Springs Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 456mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 63mm of rainfall. April and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 8mm. That's 55mm less than May, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 184cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 36cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Murphy Hot Springs Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/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

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

80 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Murphy Hot Springs Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Murphy Hot Springs 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -8°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 80 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -2 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 175mm for the season, averaging 58mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 10 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 46mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -2 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 102mm over the season and a monthly average of 34mm. Expect around 30cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -8 to 3°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 133mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Expect around 101cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -3°
Feb -2°
Mar
Apr
May 12°
Jun 17°
Jul 23°
Aug 22°
Sep 16°
Oct
Nov
Dec -4°

The best time to visit Murphy Hot Springs Airport is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 19mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°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 Murphy Hot Springs 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-6 °C
1 °C
4 km/h
50 mm
36 cm
Feb
-5 °C
3 °C
4 km/h
37 mm
30 cm
Mar
-2 °C
8 °C
4 km/h
49 mm
27 cm
Apr
2 °C
14 °C
4 km/h
63 mm
19 cm
May
6 °C
18 °C
3 km/h
63 mm
5 cm
Jun
10 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
29 mm
1 cm
Jul Current
15 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Sep
9 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
29 mm
1 cm
Oct
2 °C
16 °C
4 km/h
35 mm
6 cm
Nov
-2 °C
9 °C
4 km/h
39 mm
23 cm
Dec
-8 °C
0 °C
4 km/h
45 mm
35 cm
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