Climate Insights for Albany New
Region of Queens Municipality, Nova Scotia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Albany New is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,212 mm of precipitation falls per year. Albany New receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Albany New is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -7°C. Albany New experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Albany New is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 47.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Albany New receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Albany New is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 19°F. Albany New experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Albany New vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Albany New vary considerably across the year, with a 59°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 68°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 19°F and the daily average is 26°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Albany New is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,212 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 101 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 122 mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 81 mm. That's 41 mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Albany New receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 214cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 55cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Albany New is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 47.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 3.2 in. That's 1.6 in less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Albany New receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 84in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 22in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Albany New is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 14km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Albany New is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 2mph 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 9mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Albany New is during June, 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 87 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -7°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 Albany New is during June, 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 3.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 19°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 Albany New 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 Albany New 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.