Climate Insights for Atkinson

Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
July
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
February
-9°C low15°F low
Wettest
November
125 mm rain4.9 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Atkinson is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,214 mm of precipitation falls per year. Atkinson receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Atkinson is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Atkinson experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Atkinson is cool. The average annual temperature is 44°F and approximately 47.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Atkinson receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Atkinson is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 15°F. Atkinson experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -5°Min: -9°FebMax: -1°Average: -5°Min: -9°MarMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -5°AprMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: 0°MayMax: 14°Average: 9°Min: 5°JunMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 11°JulMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 16°AugMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 15°SepMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 12°OctMax: 14°Average: 10°Min: 7°NovMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: 0°DecMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°FAverage: 23°FMin: 16°FFebMax: 31°FAverage: 23°FMin: 15°FMarMax: 37°FAverage: 30°FMin: 24°FAprMax: 46°FAverage: 39°FMin: 32°FMayMax: 57°FAverage: 48°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 67°FAverage: 59°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 60°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 58°FAverage: 51°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 44°FAverage: 38°FMin: 32°FDecMax: 34°FAverage: 28°FMin: 22°F
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Temperatures in Atkinson vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 20°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Atkinson vary considerably across the year, with a 60°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 15°F and the daily average is 23°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 64mmFebPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 59mmMarPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 46mmAprPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 20mmMayPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 3mmJunPrecipitation: 109mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 107mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 24mmDecPrecipitation: 109mmSnow: 40mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 25inFebPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 23inMarPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 18inAprPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 8inMayPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 10inDecPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 16in
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Snow (in)

Atkinson is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,214 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 101 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 125 mm of rainfall. January and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 83 mm. That's 42 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. Atkinson receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 257cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 64cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Atkinson is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 47.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 4.9 in of rainfall. January and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.3 in. That's 1.7 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. Atkinson receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 101in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 25in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

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

Atkinson 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 November, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h 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 17km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Atkinson 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 November, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph 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, 9mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-5°23°F
Feb-5°23°F
Mar-1°30°F
Apr4°39°F
May9°48°F
Jun15°59°F
Jul20°67°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct10°51°F
Nov3°38°F
Dec-2°28°F

The best time to visit Atkinson 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 89 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -9°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 Atkinson 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 3.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 15°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 Atkinson 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 Atkinson 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
-9 °C16 °F
-1 °C30 °F
17 km/h11 mph
115 mm4.5 in
64 cm25 in
Feb
-9 °C15 °F
-1 °C31 °F
18 km/h11 mph
102 mm4 in
59 cm23 in
Mar
-5 °C24 °F
3 °C37 °F
17 km/h11 mph
103 mm4.1 in
46 cm18 in
Apr
0 °C32 °F
8 °C46 °F
16 km/h10 mph
94 mm3.7 in
20 cm8 in
May
5 °C41 °F
14 °C57 °F
15 km/h9 mph
83 mm3.3 in
3 cm1 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
20 °C67 °F
15 km/h9 mph
109 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C60 °F
24 °C75 °F
14 km/h8 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C60 °F
23 °C74 °F
14 km/h8 mph
88 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
20 °C67 °F
15 km/h9 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
14 °C58 °F
16 km/h10 mph
107 mm4.2 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
0 °C32 °F
7 °C44 °F
18 km/h11 mph
125 mm4.9 in
24 cm10 in
Dec
-5 °C22 °F
1 °C34 °F
18 km/h11 mph
109 mm4.3 in
40 cm16 in