Climate Insights for Albert Bridge

Cape Breton County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
23°C peak74°F peak
Coldest
February
-7°C low20°F low
Wettest
November
152 mm rain6 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Albert Bridge is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,305 mm of precipitation falls per year. Albert Bridge receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Albert Bridge 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 -7°C. Albert Bridge experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Albert Bridge is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 51.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Albert Bridge receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Albert Bridge 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 20°F. Albert Bridge experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°FebMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -7°MarMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -4°AprMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: 0°MayMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 4°JunMax: 18°Average: 13°Min: 10°JulMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°AugMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 16°SepMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 12°OctMax: 14°Average: 11°Min: 7°NovMax: 9°Average: 5°Min: 2°DecMax: 3°Average: 0°Min: -2°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 34°FAverage: 28°FMin: 23°FFebMax: 33°FAverage: 26°FMin: 20°FMarMax: 37°FAverage: 31°FMin: 25°FAprMax: 45°FAverage: 38°FMin: 32°FMayMax: 53°FAverage: 46°FMin: 39°FJunMax: 64°FAverage: 56°FMin: 50°FJulMax: 72°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 60°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 57°FAverage: 51°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 47°FAverage: 42°FMin: 36°FDecMax: 38°FAverage: 33°FMin: 28°F
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Temperatures in Albert Bridge vary considerably across the year, with a 30°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 -7°C and the daily average is -3°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 Albert Bridge vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 20°F and the daily average is 26°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 56mmFebPrecipitation: 126mmSnow: 68mmMarPrecipitation: 109mmSnow: 53mmAprPrecipitation: 113mmSnow: 27mmMayPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 114mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 152mmSnow: 8mmDecPrecipitation: 134mmSnow: 33mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 22inFebPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 27inMarPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 21inAprPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 11inMayPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 6inSnow (in): 3inDecPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 13in
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Albert Bridge is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,305 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 109 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 152 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 82 mm. That's 70 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. Albert Bridge receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 246cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 68cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Albert Bridge is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 51.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.3 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.2 in. That's 2.8 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. Albert Bridge receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 97in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 27in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 21km/hFebWind Speed: 22km/hMarWind Speed: 21km/hAprWind Speed: 20km/hMayWind Speed: 18km/hJunWind Speed: 17km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 16km/hSepWind Speed: 18km/hOctWind Speed: 18km/hNovWind Speed: 21km/hDecWind Speed: 22km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13mphFebWind Speed: 14mphMarWind Speed: 13mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 11mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 11mphOctWind Speed: 11mphNovWind Speed: 13mphDecWind Speed: 14mph
Wind Speed

Albert Bridge is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 22km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.Albert Bridge is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph 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 14mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°28°F
Feb-3°26°F
Mar-1°31°F
Apr3°38°F
May8°46°F
Jun13°56°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct11°51°F
Nov5°42°F
Dec0°33°F

The best time to visit Albert Bridge 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 85 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 Albert Bridge 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 3.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 20°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 Albert Bridge 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 Albert Bridge 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
-5 °C23 °F
1 °C34 °F
21 km/h13 mph
125 mm4.9 in
56 cm22 in
Feb
-7 °C20 °F
0 °C33 °F
22 km/h14 mph
126 mm5 in
68 cm27 in
Mar
-4 °C25 °F
3 °C37 °F
21 km/h13 mph
109 mm4.3 in
53 cm21 in
Apr
0 °C32 °F
7 °C45 °F
20 km/h12 mph
113 mm4.5 in
27 cm11 in
May
4 °C39 °F
12 °C53 °F
18 km/h11 mph
82 mm3.2 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
10 °C50 °F
18 °C64 °F
17 km/h11 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
22 °C72 °F
16 km/h10 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C60 °F
23 °C74 °F
16 km/h10 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
20 °C67 °F
18 km/h11 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
14 °C57 °F
18 km/h11 mph
114 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C36 °F
9 °C47 °F
21 km/h13 mph
152 mm6 in
8 cm3 in
Dec
-2 °C28 °F
3 °C38 °F
22 km/h14 mph
134 mm5.3 in
33 cm13 in