Climate Overview
The climate in Purkeypile Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -3°C and approximately 1026mm of precipitation falls per year. Purkeypile Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Purkeypile Airport 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -18°C. Purkeypile Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Purkeypile 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 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Purkeypile Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1026mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 165mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 35mm. That's 130mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Purkeypile Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 511cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is October, with approximately 81cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Purkeypile Airport 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 December, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
76 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Purkeypile Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Purkeypile 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. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 76 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -14 to 7°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 149mm over the season and a monthly average of 50mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 408mm across the season with a monthly average of 136mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -12 to 7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 308mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Expect around 208cm 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 -18 to -8°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 162mm for the season, averaging 54mm per month. Expect around 161cm 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 Purkeypile 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.
