Climate for Station: Indian Head Cda, Saskatchewan, Canada

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Indian Head, situated in the heart of Saskatchewan, is experiencing nuanced climate trends with a slight long-term warming of lows and a marginal increase in precipitation concentration. The area faces a complex interplay of cooling highs over the last decade against a backdrop of gradual warming lows.

Continental Climate Dynamics

Indian Head, located in the Canadian prairies, falls under the Dfb category of the Köppen climate classification, characterised by warm summers and cold, snowy winters. The region's flat terrain, with its expansive agricultural fields, allows for significant temperature variations. Over the past decade, the area has experienced a cooling trend in high temperatures, with a decrease of 0.37°C (0.67°F). This contrasts with the all-time data, which shows a slight warming trend in highs of 0.10°C (0.18°F). The juxtaposition of these trends highlights the region's dynamic thermal oscillations.

Subtle Shifts in Low Temperature Trends

The low temperatures in Indian Head present a different narrative. Over the last ten years, there has been a slight warming trend, with lows rising by 0.15°C (0.27°F). This aligns with the all-time trend, which also indicates a warming of lows by 0.16°C (0.29°F). These changes suggest a gradual moderation of winter cold, potentially impacting local ecosystems and agricultural cycles.

Precipitation Patterns and Concentration

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Indian Head has seen a marginal increase from a baseline of 14.00 to a current value of 15.36. This indicates that precipitation events are becoming slightly more concentrated, meaning rainfall is occurring in fewer, more intense events. While not yet at a level considered highly concentrated, this shift could affect water management and soil erosion in the region.

Extreme Temperature Records

Indian Head has recorded extreme temperatures, with a maximum of 42.8°C (109.0°F) and a minimum of -46.7°C (-52.1°F). These extremes underscore the region's susceptibility to significant temperature fluctuations, a hallmark of its continental climate. Such records are crucial for understanding the potential impacts of climate variability on local infrastructure and agriculture.

Regional Climate Initiatives

In light of these trends, Canadian regional climate goals aim to mitigate the impacts of climate change through sustainable agricultural practices and improved water management. Recent weather events, such as intense summer heatwaves, have underscored the importance of these initiatives. As Indian Head continues to navigate its evolving climate landscape, these efforts will be pivotal in ensuring resilience and adaptability for the community.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: -0.38 °C/decade

Low: +0.15 °C/decade

Rain: +0.40 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.49 °C/decade

Low: +0.33 °C/decade

Rain: +0.01 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: -0.02 °C/decade

Low: -0.21 °C/decade

Rain: -0.04 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.10 °C/decade

Low: +0.16 °C/decade

Rain: -0.01 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 55.3%

This Year: 40.7%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 10.7

Historical Average: 15.1

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 81st percentile

Low: 82nd percentile

Rain: 82nd percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: -3.6%

Low: -10.2%

Intraday: -2.9%

Data Coverage

79.9%

First Year of Data

1885

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

Max HighAvg HighMin HighMax AvgAvg AvgMin AvgMax LowAvg LowMin LowMax PrecipitationAvg PrecipitationMax SnowAvg Snow
Record42.8 °C-36.1 °C29.6 °C-38.6 °C23.0 °C-46.7 °C167.6 mm457.0 mm
January9.9 °C-11.2 °C-36.1 °C4.7 °C-14.5 °C-38.6 °C2.0 °C-21.9 °C-45.6 °C20.3 mm0.6 mm216.0 mm6.5 mm
February13.9 °C-8.8 °C-36.1 °C3.9 °C-12.8 °C-37.9 °C2.2 °C-19.9 °C-46.7 °C20.3 mm0.5 mm203.0 mm5.9 mm
March24.4 °C-1.8 °C-27.7 °C11.0 °C-5.2 °C-33.1 °C5.6 °C-13.0 °C-44.4 °C35.6 mm0.7 mm356.0 mm6.3 mm
April33.3 °C9.6 °C-15.6 °C20.5 °C3.5 °C-16.9 °C12.2 °C-3.3 °C-25.6 °C51.1 mm0.8 mm406.0 mm3.2 mm
May38.0 °C17.8 °C-1.7 °C24.6 °C10.9 °C-5.2 °C22.0 °C3.1 °C-15.0 °C57.9 mm1.5 mm457.0 mm1.1 mm
June40.6 °C22.1 °C1.7 °C29.6 °C16.1 °C4.4 °C23.0 °C8.7 °C-4.4 °C167.6 mm2.7 mm140.0 mm0.0 mm
July42.8 °C25.4 °C11.1 °C28.4 °C18.6 °C8.8 °C22.9 °C11.1 °C-0.6 °C108.2 mm1.8 mm0.0 mm0.0 mm
August40.3 °C24.5 °C5.6 °C29.0 °C17.8 °C6.8 °C22.2 °C9.7 °C-2.8 °C71.1 mm1.7 mm0.0 mm0.0 mm
September36.7 °C18.5 °C-1.1 °C25.0 °C12.2 °C-2.8 °C21.7 °C4.4 °C-13.3 °C71.9 mm1.3 mm216.0 mm0.7 mm
October32.0 °C10.8 °C-12.0 °C20.4 °C4.1 °C-12.9 °C17.8 °C-1.8 °C-23.9 °C120.7 mm0.8 mm356.0 mm2.3 mm
November22.8 °C-0.5 °C-28.9 °C12.2 °C-5.0 °C-27.3 °C6.1 °C-10.4 °C-38.9 °C30.5 mm0.6 mm305.0 mm5.9 mm
December14.4 °C-8.0 °C-36.1 °C3.8 °C-12.7 °C-37.7 °C2.2 °C-18.1 °C-41.5 °C27.9 mm0.7 mm279.0 mm6.9 mm

Data Visualisations

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Current Year Climate Trends vs Historical

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Climate 12-Month Moving Averages

Climate 12-Month Moving Averages - Max Temperature 12-Month MA
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Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year

Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year - Average Max Temperature Throughout Year
Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year - Average Min Temperature Throughout Year
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