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Fort Nelson Climate by Month

The temperature in Fort Nelson can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and very cold during the cooler months. It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Fort Nelson can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 24°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -14°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -23°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Fort Nelson experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 535 mm yearly. Fort Nelson can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 98 mm of precipitation over 15 rainy days. In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 21 mm of snowfall, spread across 10 snowy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Fort Nelson can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 9.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Fort Nelson in Canada

During the months of June, July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Fort Nelson?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Fort Nelson?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Fort Nelson?
    July tops the wettest month list with 98 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Fort Nelson?
    February is the driest month with 21 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Fort Nelson?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 287 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Fort Nelson

    Fri   Nov 22
    -13°C | -27°C
    NW 7 km/h
    2.5 mm
    broken clouds and slight snow

    broken clouds and slight snow

    Sat   Nov 23
    -12°C | -24°C
    N 11 km/h
    4.8 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow

    Sun   Nov 24
    -20°C | -27°C
    SW 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain