Climate Insights for Ainslie Glen

Municipality of the County of Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
23°C peak74°F peak
Coldest
February
-8°C low18°F low
Wettest
November
153 mm rain6 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ainslie Glen is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,372 mm of precipitation falls per year. Ainslie Glen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ainslie Glen is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Ainslie Glen experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Ainslie Glen is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 54 in of precipitation falls per year. Ainslie Glen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ainslie Glen is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 18°F. Ainslie Glen experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -6°FebMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -8°MarMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -5°AprMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: 0°MayMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 4°JunMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 10°JulMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 15°AugMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 16°SepMax: 19°Average: 15°Min: 12°OctMax: 14°Average: 10°Min: 7°NovMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: 2°DecMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -3°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°FAverage: 26°FMin: 20°FFebMax: 31°FAverage: 24°FMin: 18°FMarMax: 36°FAverage: 30°FMin: 24°FAprMax: 45°FAverage: 38°FMin: 32°FMayMax: 54°FAverage: 46°FMin: 39°FJunMax: 66°FAverage: 58°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 66°FMin: 60°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 66°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 60°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 57°FAverage: 50°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 46°FAverage: 40°FMin: 35°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 31°FMin: 26°F
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Temperatures in Ainslie Glen vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Ainslie Glen vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 18°F and the daily average is 24°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 134mmSnow: 69mmFebPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 67mmMarPrecipitation: 109mmSnow: 54mmAprPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 29mmMayPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 93mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 121mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 153mmSnow: 16mmDecPrecipitation: 141mmSnow: 52mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 27inFebPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 26inMarPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 21inAprPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 12inMayPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 6inSnow (in): 6inDecPrecipitation: 5.6inSnow (in): 20in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Ainslie Glen is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,372 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 114 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 153 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 86 mm. That's 66 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Ainslie Glen receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 289cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 69cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Ainslie Glen is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 54 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.5 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.4 in. That's 2.6 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Ainslie Glen receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 114in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 27in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 18km/hFebWind Speed: 18km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 18km/hDecWind Speed: 19km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 12mph
Wind Speed

Ainslie Glen is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Ainslie Glen is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 12mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-3°26°F
Feb-4°24°F
Mar-1°30°F
Apr3°38°F
May8°46°F
Jun14°58°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep15°60°F
Oct10°50°F
Nov4°40°F
Dec-1°31°F

The best time to visit Ainslie Glen is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 96 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Ainslie Glen is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.8 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 18°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ainslie Glen based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ainslie Glen based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-6 °C20 °F
0 °C32 °F
18 km/h11 mph
134 mm5.3 in
69 cm27 in
Feb
-8 °C18 °F
0 °C31 °F
18 km/h11 mph
125 mm4.9 in
67 cm26 in
Mar
-5 °C24 °F
2 °C36 °F
17 km/h11 mph
109 mm4.3 in
54 cm21 in
Apr
0 °C32 °F
7 °C45 °F
16 km/h10 mph
118 mm4.7 in
29 cm12 in
May
4 °C39 °F
12 °C54 °F
14 km/h9 mph
86 mm3.4 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
10 °C51 °F
19 °C66 °F
13 km/h8 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C60 °F
23 °C74 °F
12 km/h7 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C60 °F
23 °C74 °F
12 km/h8 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
19 °C67 °F
14 km/h9 mph
93 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
14 °C57 °F
15 km/h9 mph
121 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C35 °F
8 °C46 °F
18 km/h11 mph
153 mm6 in
16 cm6 in
Dec
-3 °C26 °F
2 °C36 °F
19 km/h12 mph
141 mm5.6 in
52 cm20 in