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Collins Bay Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Collins Bay.
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Climate overview of Collins Bay
The climate in Collins Bay, Canada, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 27°C (81°F) in July to -1°C (30°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1110 mm (44 in) per year. April is the wettest month and February the driest. The city also experiences warm summers and very cold winters. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 9.3 hours of sunshine per day.
Collins Bay Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Collins Bay - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Collins Bay
In Collins Bay, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -1°C (30°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 18°C (64°F) in July to around -10°C (14°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Collins Bay
Collins Bay experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1110 mm (44 in) of precipitation annually. Year-round, Collins Bay has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, April, with 107 mm (4.2 in), and the driest month, February, with 71 mm (2.8 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Collins Bay Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Collins Bay
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Collins Bay. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.5 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Kingston, Canada (10 KM, 6 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Kingston, Canada (10 KM, 6 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Kingston, Canada (10 KM, 6 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Collins Bay
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Collins Bay in August. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, April, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very cold
Feb
very cold
Mar
cold
Apr
wet
May
very good
Jun
very good
Jul
very good
Aug
excellent
Sep
very good
Oct
mixed
Nov
cold
Dec
cold
- Best overall: August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Fewest rainy days: June, July, August and September
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -10°C (14°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Collins Bay
What is the best time to visit Collins Bay?
August typically offers the most optimal weather in Collins Bay. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Collins Bay has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Collins Bay?
Daytime highs range from -1°C (30°F) in January to 27°C (81°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -10°C (14°F) to 18°C (64°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Collins Bay get?
Annual rainfall is around 1110 mm (44 in). April is the wettest month with 107 mm (4.2 in), while February is the driest with 71 mm (2.8 in).
How sunny is Collins Bay?
Collins Bay receives around 1,971 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 280 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 75 hours.
Collins Bay 3-Day Forecast
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