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Sault Ste. Marie Climate by Month

The climate in Sault Ste. Marie is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Sault Ste. Marie, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -4°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -15°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Sault Ste. Marie receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 910 mm. Sault Ste. Marie can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 118 mm of precipitation over 17 rainy days. In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 41 mm of snowfall, spread across 15 snowy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Sault Ste. Marie 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:
  • When is winter in Sault Ste. Marie?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February, March and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Sault Ste. Marie?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Sault Ste. Marie?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Sault Ste. Marie?
    October tops the wettest month list with 118 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Sault Ste. Marie?
    February is the driest month with 41 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Sault Ste. Marie

    Fri   Nov 22
    7°C | 3°C
    NW 18 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    5°C | 1°C
    NW 22 km/h
    0.9 mm
    overcast and  chance of rain

    overcast and chance of rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    4°C | 0°C
    W 7 km/h
    0.2 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight sleet

    broken clouds and small chance of slight sleet