Russell, Canada experiences average highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 rainy days per month. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Russell, Canada Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Russell, Canada. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Nov 
Wetter season: Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.6/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
4
Low
Temperature 12°C / 3°C
Feels Like 10°C / 0°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 95 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 72%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 3°C
Snow Days 10 days
Frost Days 18 days
Hottest Month
27°C
July
Avg Low17°C
Rain12days
Coldest Month
-12°C
January
Avg High-3°C
Rain11days
Driest Month
7days
September
Avg High22°C
Avg Low13°C
Windiest Month
18 km/h
February (Gusts 40)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, November, December due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:14
Daylight 15.6h
Sunset 20:52
Live conditions—
Russell on the map · live conditions
Russell, Canada
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Canada
- City
- Russell
- Population
- 6.1K
- Coordinates
- 45.25°, -75.37°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 11°C
Avg Low 1°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 12 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 14°C
Avg Low 6°C
Rain 10 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High -2°C
Avg Low -10°C
Rain 12 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: -3°C / -12°C . Feb: -1°C / -11°C . Mar: 4°C / -6°C . Apr: 11°C / 1°C . May: 19°C / 8°C . Jun: 24°C / 14°C . Jul: 27°C / 17°C . Aug: 25°C / 16°C . Sep: 22°C / 13°C . Oct: 15°C / 7°C . Nov: 6°C / -1°C . Dec: 0°C / -7°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 77 mm. Feb: 80 mm. Mar: 90 mm. Apr: 114 mm. May: 96 mm. Jun: 101 mm. Jul: 114 mm. Aug: 109 mm. Sep: 64 mm. Oct: 120 mm. Nov: 83 mm. Dec: 88 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 76%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 70%. Apr: 66%. May: 66%. Jun: 68%. Jul: 71%. Aug: 74%. Sep: 74%. Oct: 76%. Nov: 77%. Dec: 77%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 17 km/h . Feb: 18 km/h . Mar: 18 km/h . Apr: 18 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 16 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 16 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 17 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 5h. Feb: 6h. Mar: 7h. Apr: 8h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 5h. 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 6. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 6. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 3. 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: 17 days. Feb: 15 days. Mar: 10 days. Apr: 4 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 1 days. Nov: 7 days. Dec: 14 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable 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 | Feb 2025 · -13°C | Jan · -12°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 132 mm | Oct · 120 mm |
| Windiest month | Dec 2025 · 19 km/h | Feb · 18 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
Fair November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3°C / -12°C | -8°C / -17°C | 11days (77 mm) Wet | 4.9h Fair | 76% Humid | 2 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | -1°C / -11°C | -6°C / -16°C | 12days (80 mm) Wet | 5.9h Fair | 74% Muggy | 3.2 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 4°C / -6°C | 0°C / -10°C | 12days (90 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 70% Muggy | 4 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 11°C / 1°C | 8°C / -3°C | 12days (114 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 66% Muggy | 4.7 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| May best | 19°C / 8°C | 18°C / 6°C | 12days (96 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 5.6 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 24°C / 14°C | 24°C / 13°C | 12days (101 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 12days (114 mm) Wet | 11.9h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 25°C / 16°C | 27°C / 17°C | 12days (109 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 5.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 22°C / 13°C | 22°C / 12°C | 7days (64 mm) Good | 9.3h Good | 74% Muggy | 4.8 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 15°C / 7°C | 13°C / 4°C | 12days (120 mm) Wet | 6.5h Fair | 76% Humid | 3.1 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| November | 6°C / -1°C | 2°C / -5°C | 12days (83 mm) Wet | 4.9h Fair | 77% Humid | 2 Low | Poor | View Details |
| December | 0°C / -7°C | -5°C / -12°C | 13days (88 mm) Wet | 4h Fair | 77% Humid | 1.6 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Russell 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 Russell, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Russell 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 Russell is January, with average overnight lows of -12°C (11°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Russell is October, averaging 120mm of precipitation across 12 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Russell runs through December, February, March, April, with the heaviest rainfall in December. Based on 10-year averages for Russell.
Russell receives approximately 95 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Russell.
The least favorable months to visit Russell are January, February, November, 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 Russell is 4, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Russell is 72%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Russell receives snow. Months with snowfall average 10 snow days and 21 cm (8 in) of accumulation, with about 18 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Russell are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 18 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 40 km/h / 25 mph).
Russell averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 65%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Russell is 3°C (37°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Russell has a Hot-Summer Continental climate, classified as Dfa under the Köppen system. Continental climates experience extreme temperature ranges — hot summers and cold, snowy winters.
The 'feels like' temperature in Russell ranges from 0°C (32°F) to 10°C (50°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 Russell. It earns a climate score of 8.3/10 with Excellent.
For June in Russell, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 24°C (75°F) and 12 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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