Climate Insights for Ardoise

Region of Windsor and West Hants Municipality, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
July
25°C peak77°F peak
Coldest
February
-8°C low18°F low
Wettest
November
116 mm rain4.6 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ardoise is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,166 mm of precipitation falls per year. Ardoise receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ardoise 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 -8°C. Ardoise experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Ardoise is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 45.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Ardoise receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ardoise 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 18°F. Ardoise experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -7°FebMax: 1°Average: -4°Min: -8°MarMax: 4°Average: 0°Min: -4°AprMax: 10°Average: 5°Min: 1°MayMax: 16°Average: 11°Min: 6°JunMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°AugMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 15°SepMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 12°OctMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 7°NovMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: 1°DecMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -5°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°FAverage: 26°FMin: 19°FFebMax: 34°FAverage: 26°FMin: 18°FMarMax: 40°FAverage: 32°FMin: 25°FAprMax: 50°FAverage: 41°FMin: 34°FMayMax: 61°FAverage: 51°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 70°FAverage: 61°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 69°FAverage: 60°FMin: 53°FOctMax: 59°FAverage: 51°FMin: 44°FNovMax: 47°FAverage: 39°FMin: 33°FDecMax: 37°FAverage: 30°FMin: 24°F
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Temperatures in Ardoise 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 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -4°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 Ardoise 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 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 68°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 18°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 56mmFebPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 49mmMarPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 41mmAprPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 18mmMayPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 116mmSnow: 17mmDecPrecipitation: 112mmSnow: 32mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 22inFebPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 19inMarPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 16inAprPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 7inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 7inDecPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 12in
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Ardoise is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,166 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 97 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 116 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 78 mm. That's 38 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. Ardoise receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 216cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 56cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Ardoise is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 4.6 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.1 in. That's 1.5 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. Ardoise receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 85in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 22in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 15km/hMarWind Speed: 16km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Ardoise 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 16km/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 5km/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 15km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Ardoise 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 10mph, 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 3mph 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

Jan-4°26°F
Feb-4°26°F
Mar0°32°F
Apr5°41°F
May11°51°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul20°68°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct10°51°F
Nov4°39°F
Dec-1°30°F

The best time to visit Ardoise 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 83 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 Ardoise 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 3.3 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 Ardoise 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 Ardoise 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
-7 °C19 °F
0 °C33 °F
15 km/h9 mph
115 mm4.5 in
56 cm22 in
Feb
-8 °C18 °F
1 °C34 °F
15 km/h10 mph
105 mm4.1 in
49 cm19 in
Mar
-4 °C25 °F
4 °C40 °F
16 km/h10 mph
98 mm3.8 in
41 cm16 in
Apr
1 °C34 °F
10 °C50 °F
14 km/h9 mph
97 mm3.8 in
18 cm7 in
May
6 °C42 °F
16 °C61 °F
13 km/h8 mph
78 mm3.1 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h8 mph
102 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C60 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
25 °C76 °F
11 km/h7 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C53 °F
21 °C69 °F
12 km/h7 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C44 °F
15 °C59 °F
13 km/h8 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
1 °C33 °F
8 °C47 °F
15 km/h9 mph
116 mm4.6 in
17 cm7 in
Dec
-5 °C24 °F
3 °C37 °F
15 km/h9 mph
112 mm4.4 in
32 cm12 in