Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan gets 312 mm of precipitation a year over about 96 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 25°C) and February the coldest (average low -20°C).

Saskatoon climate at a glance

Semi-arid climate

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -9°C in January to 25°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and July to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Saskatoon get?

Saskatoon gets 312 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 96 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 69% of Canada.

June is the wettest month, with 81 mm. December is the driest, with 5 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 34 days, to April 17, 2023.

Saskatoon weather by month

Saskatoon weather in January

In January, Saskatoon averages a high of -9°C and a low of -19°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The January record high is 8°C (2024) and the record low is -42°C (2009).

Saskatoon weather in February

In February, Saskatoon averages a high of -8°C and a low of -20°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The February record high is 8°C (2024) and the record low is -42°C (2019).

Saskatoon weather in March

In March, Saskatoon averages a high of -1°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The March record high is 19°C (2015) and the record low is -37°C (2019).

Saskatoon weather in April

In April, Saskatoon averages a high of 9°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (2020) and the record low is -24°C (2018).

Saskatoon weather in May

In May, Saskatoon averages a high of 18°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2016) and the record low is -11°C (2019). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Saskatoon weather in June

In June, Saskatoon averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (2019) and the record low is -3°C (2009).

Saskatoon weather in July

In July, Saskatoon averages a high of 25°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The July record high is 40°C (2021) and the record low is 2°C (2009). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Saskatoon weather in August

In August, Saskatoon averages a high of 24°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2018) and the record low is 1°C (2019). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Saskatoon weather in September

In September, Saskatoon averages a high of 19°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2022) and the record low is -9°C (2018). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Saskatoon weather in October

In October, Saskatoon averages a high of 10°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The October record high is 26°C (2015) and the record low is -19°C (2019).

Saskatoon weather in November

In November, Saskatoon averages a high of -1°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (2016) and the record low is -32°C (2014).

Saskatoon weather in December

In December, Saskatoon averages a high of -8°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The December record high is 7°C (2011) and the record low is -39°C (2021).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Saskatoon

July is the sunniest month in Saskatoon, with sunshine about 57% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 28%. Over the year the sun shines about 42% of daylight hours. Saskatoon is sunnier than 89% of Canada.

Humidity peaks in January at 82% and is lowest in May at 49%.

Saskatoon has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Saskatoon is hotter than 74% of Canada.

First and last freeze in Saskatoon

The first fall freeze in Saskatoon typically comes around September 17, and the last spring freeze around May 17. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 123 days.

Saskatoon weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Saskatoon station is 40°C, on July 2, 2021. The coldest is -42°C, on February 6, 2019.

The wettest day on record brought 54 mm of rain, on July 28, 2015.

The best time to visit Saskatoon

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and July to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -9°C and lows near -19°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near -4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 10°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near -2°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January6.6 mm882%28%-42°
February5.6 mm778%35%-42°
March6.6 mm776%35%19°-37°
April21 mm654%38%28°-24°
May42 mm749%41%33°-11°
June81 mm1158%46%35°-3°
July54 mm1164%57%40°
August35 mm860%54%38°
September24 mm756%54%36°-9°
October17 mm861%48%26°-19°
November15 mm978%33%20°-32°
December4.8 mm779%34%-39°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Saskatoon climate questions

How much rain does Saskatoon get?

Saskatoon gets 312 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 96 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Saskatoon?

June is the wettest month in Saskatoon, with 81 mm. December is the driest, with 5 mm.

How many rainy days does Saskatoon have a year?

Saskatoon has about 96 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Saskatoon?

July is the warmest month in Saskatoon, with an average high of 25°C.

What is the coldest month in Saskatoon?

February is the coldest month in Saskatoon, with an average low of -20°C.

What is the record high temperature in Saskatoon?

The record high at the Saskatoon station is 40°C, set on July 2, 2021. The record low is -42°C, on February 6, 2019.

What is the sunniest month in Saskatoon?

July is the sunniest month in Saskatoon, with sunshine about 57% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Saskatoon?

The first fall freeze in Saskatoon typically comes around September 17. The last spring freeze is around May 17.

What is the best time to visit Saskatoon?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and July to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SASKATOON RCS (5 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SASKATOON RCS.