Chatham, Canada experiences average highs of 14°C (57°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 10 rainy days per month. Average highs have cooled by 0.8°C (1.4°F) across the available records.
Chatham, Canada Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Chatham, Canada. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Mar–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.2/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
5
Low
Temperature 14°C / 7°C
Feels Like 12°C / 4°C
Rainy Days 10
Rainfall 77 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 73%
Wind Speed 21 km/h
Dew Point 6°C
Snow Days 7 days
Frost Days 17 days
Hottest Month
27°C
July
Avg Low19°C
Rain11days
Coldest Month
-5°C
January
Avg High1°C
Rain10days
Driest Month
8days
September
Avg High23°C
Avg Low16°C
Windiest Month
25 km/h
February (Gusts 44)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:52
Daylight 15.3h
Sunset 21:09
Live conditions—
Chatham on the map · live conditions
Chatham, Canada
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Canada
- City
- Chatham
- Population
- 43.6K
- Coordinates
- 42.41°, -82.18°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 13°C
Avg Low 4°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 10 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 16°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 10 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 2°C
Avg Low -4°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 1°C / -5°C . Feb: 2°C / -5°C . Mar: 7°C / -1°C . Apr: 12°C / 4°C . May: 19°C / 10°C . Jun: 25°C / 16°C . Jul: 27°C / 19°C . Aug: 26°C / 19°C . Sep: 23°C / 16°C . Oct: 17°C / 10°C . Nov: 9°C / 3°C . Dec: 3°C / -2°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 67 mm. Feb: 64 mm. Mar: 78 mm. Apr: 93 mm. May: 84 mm. Jun: 82 mm. Jul: 95 mm. Aug: 84 mm. Sep: 65 mm. Oct: 83 mm. Nov: 61 mm. Dec: 67 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 75%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 70%. Apr: 70%. May: 72%. Jun: 70%. Jul: 73%. Aug: 74%. Sep: 73%. Oct: 73%. Nov: 72%. Dec: 76%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 23 km/h . Feb: 25 km/h . Mar: 24 km/h . Apr: 23 km/h . May: 21 km/h . Jun: 20 km/h . Jul: 18 km/h . Aug: 18 km/h . Sep: 18 km/h . Oct: 22 km/h . Nov: 23 km/h . Dec: 23 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 5h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 6h. Dec: 4h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 2. Feb: UV 3. Mar: UV 4. Apr: UV 5. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 6. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 4. Nov: UV 2. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 13 days. Feb: 10 days. Mar: 6 days. Apr: 3 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 4 days. Dec: 8 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 0.8°C (1.4°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 28°C | Jul · 27°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · -7°C | Jan · -5°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 111 mm | Jul · 95 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 26 km/h | Feb · 25 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Poor May best
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C / -5°C | -4°C / -10°C | 10days (67 mm) Wet | 4.7h Fair | 75% Muggy | 2.1 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| February | 2°C / -5°C | -2°C / -10°C | 10days (64 mm) Wet | 6.5h Fair | 74% Muggy | 3.4 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 7°C / -1°C | 3°C / -6°C | 11days (78 mm) Wet | 7.8h Good | 70% Muggy | 4.3 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 12°C / 4°C | 10°C / 0°C | 13days (93 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 70% Muggy | 5.4 High | Poor | View Details |
| May best | 19°C / 10°C | 18°C / 8°C | 11days (84 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 6.4 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 25°C / 16°C | 26°C / 16°C | 10days (82 mm) Wet | 12.2h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 6.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 19°C | 29°C / 21°C | 11days (95 mm) Wet | 12.1h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 6.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 19°C | 28°C / 20°C | 10days (84 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 23°C / 16°C | 23°C / 16°C | 8days (65 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 73% Muggy | 5.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 17°C / 10°C | 14°C / 8°C | 11days (83 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 73% Muggy | 3.6 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| November | 9°C / 3°C | 5°C / -1°C | 10days (61 mm) Wet | 5.8h Fair | 72% Muggy | 2.3 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| December | 3°C / -2°C | -1°C / -7°C | 10days (67 mm) Wet | 4.4h Fair | 76% Humid | 1.7 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Chatham are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Chatham, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Chatham is July, with average daytime highs of 27°C (80°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Chatham is January, with average overnight lows of -5°C (23°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Chatham is July, averaging 95mm of precipitation across 11 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Chatham runs through April, March, May, July, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Chatham.
Chatham receives approximately 101 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Chatham.
The least favorable months to visit Chatham are January, February, March, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Chatham is 5, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Chatham is 73%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Chatham receives snow. Months with snowfall average 7 snow days and 12 cm (5 in) of accumulation, with about 17 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Chatham are 21 km/h (13 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 25 km/h (15 mph) (gusts up to 44 km/h / 27 mph).
Chatham averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 63%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Chatham is 6°C (43°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Chatham has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Chatham ranges from 4°C (39°F) to 12°C (54°F) on average. Wind chill makes winters feel noticeably colder than the actual temperature — layered clothing is recommended.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Chatham. It earns a climate score of 8.9/10 with Excellent.
For June in Chatham, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 25°C (76°F) and 10 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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