Climate Insights for Alberton
Town of Alberton, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Alberton is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,141 mm of precipitation falls per year. Alberton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alberton 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. Alberton experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Alberton is cool. The average annual temperature is 44°F and approximately 44.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Alberton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alberton 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 17°F. Alberton experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Alberton 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 22°C with a mean of 20°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Alberton 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 71°F with a mean of 68°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 17°F and the daily average is 22°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Alberton is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,141 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 131 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 75 mm. That's 56 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. Alberton receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 266cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 65cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Alberton is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 44.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3 in. That's 2.2 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. Alberton receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 105in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 26in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Alberton is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 26km/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 31km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 21km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/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 29km/h in winter, 25km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 27km/h in autumn.Alberton is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 16mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 19mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph 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 18mph in winter, 15mph in spring, 13mph in summer, 17mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Alberton is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 82 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 Alberton is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 17°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 Alberton 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 Alberton 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.