The best times to visit Wabasca-Desmarais for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 9th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


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Weather in Wabasca-Desmarais

Temperature

Average temperatures in Wabasca-Desmarais vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 37th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Wabasca-Desmarais, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid July where highs are regularly around 74°F (23.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 52.4°F (11.3°C) at night.

Wabasca-Desmarais Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Wabasca-Desmarais Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Wabasca-Desmarais Perceived Temperature (F)

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Wabasca-Desmarais Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Wabasca-Desmarais Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 25.3 15.8 6.2
Feb 22.6 13.6 3.7
Mar 34.4 24.5 13.3
Apr 47 37.4 26.7
May 62.5 50.4 37.4
Jun 69.3 58.9 47.4
Jul 72.7 62.7 51.4
Aug 71.6 61.5 49.6
Sep 63.4 52.6 40.2
Oct 49.2 40.6 31.4
Nov 29 20.7 12.5
Dec 20 11.7 3.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -3.7 -9 -14.3
Feb -5.2 -10.2 -15.7
Mar 1.3 -4.2 -10.4
Apr 8.3 3 -2.9
May 16.9 10.2 3
Jun 20.7 14.9 8.6
Jul 22.6 17.1 10.8
Aug 22 16.4 9.8
Sep 17.4 11.4 4.6
Oct 9.6 4.8 -0.3
Nov -1.7 -6.3 -10.8
Dec -6.7 -11.3 -15.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Wabasca-Desmarais are March, February, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January. For example, on the week of January 22nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 4th.

When can you find snow in Wabasca-Desmarais? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Wabasca-Desmarais.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Wabasca-Desmarais (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 6% 0 0.8
Feb 5% 0 0.4
Mar 5% 0 0.3
Apr 10% 0 1.1
May 12% 0 1.4
Jun 24% 0 2
Jul 24% 0 3.8
Aug 20% 0 2.3
Sep 12% 0 1.2
Oct 12% 0 0.9
Nov 8% 0 0.6
Dec 6% 0 0.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 0 2
Feb 5 0 1
Mar 5 0 0.8
Apr 10 0 2.8
May 12 0 3.6
Jun 24 0 5.1
Jul 24 0 9.7
Aug 20 0 5.8
Sep 12 0 3
Oct 12 0 2.3
Nov 8 0 1.5
Dec 6 0 1

 

Humidity and Wind

Wabasca-Desmarais has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is May (45.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (75.3%).

Wind in Wabasca-Desmarais is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by October and December. January’s average wind speed of around 8.5 knots (9.8 MPH or 15.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 15.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Wabasca-Desmarais.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.5 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Feb 7.4 Gentle breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Mar 7.1 Gentle breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Apr 7.5 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
May 6.7 Light breeze 10.5 Significant breeze
Jun 6.5 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 7 Gentle breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Aug 6.4 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 7 Gentle breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Oct 7.9 Gentle breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Nov 7.5 Gentle breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Dec 7.9 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 69.4%
Feb 66.3%
Mar 57.9%
Apr 57.3%
May 45.8%
Jun 61.3%
Jul 62%
Aug 63.1%
Sep 63%
Oct 63.7%
Nov 72.6%
Dec 75.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Wabasca-Desmarais?

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The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Wabasca-Desmarais, AB, Canada is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Wabasca-Desmarais in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 46.8 in December means 46.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Wabasca-Desmarais Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 70°F (21.1°C) and 22.2°F (-5.4°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Wabasca-Desmarais, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 65°F (18.3°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 4 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Wabasca-Desmarais to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 17.6°F (-8°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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