Climate Insights for Bald Rock

Halifax County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
21°C peak69°F peak
Coldest
February
-4°C low25°F low
Wettest
November
147 mm rain5.8 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bald Rock is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,419 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bald Rock receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bald Rock 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 -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 169cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Bald Rock is cool. The average annual temperature is 47°F and approximately 55.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Bald Rock receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bald Rock 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 25°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 67in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -3°FebMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -4°MarMax: 3°Average: 1°Min: -1°AprMax: 6°Average: 4°Min: 2°MayMax: 10°Average: 8°Min: 6°JunMax: 15°Average: 13°Min: 11°JulMax: 19°Average: 17°Min: 16°AugMax: 21°Average: 19°Min: 18°SepMax: 19°Average: 17°Min: 15°OctMax: 14°Average: 12°Min: 11°NovMax: 9°Average: 7°Min: 5°DecMax: 4°Average: 2°Min: -1°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 35°FAverage: 30°FMin: 26°FFebMax: 35°FAverage: 29°FMin: 25°FMarMax: 37°FAverage: 33°FMin: 29°FAprMax: 43°FAverage: 39°FMin: 36°FMayMax: 50°FAverage: 46°FMin: 43°FJunMax: 58°FAverage: 55°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 66°FAverage: 63°FMin: 61°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 66°FMin: 64°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 62°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 58°FAverage: 54°FMin: 51°FNovMax: 49°FAverage: 44°FMin: 40°FDecMax: 40°FAverage: 35°FMin: 31°F
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Temperatures in Bald Rock vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -2°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 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Bald Rock vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 25°F and the daily average is 29°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 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 136mmSnow: 41mmFebPrecipitation: 139mmSnow: 49mmMarPrecipitation: 121mmSnow: 36mmAprPrecipitation: 130mmSnow: 17mmMayPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 112mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 126mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 147mmSnow: 6mmDecPrecipitation: 147mmSnow: 20mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 16inFebPrecipitation: 5.5inSnow (in): 19inMarPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 14inAprPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 7inMayPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 5.8inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 5.8inSnow (in): 8in
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Bald Rock is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,419 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 118 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 147 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 83 mm. That's 64 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 169cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 49cm.Bald Rock is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 55.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.6 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.8 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.3 in. That's 2.5 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 67in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 19in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 25km/hFebWind Speed: 24km/hMarWind Speed: 24km/hAprWind Speed: 21km/hMayWind Speed: 18km/hJunWind Speed: 18km/hJulWind Speed: 17km/hAugWind Speed: 17km/hSepWind Speed: 19km/hOctWind Speed: 20km/hNovWind Speed: 25km/hDecWind Speed: 25km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15mphFebWind Speed: 15mphMarWind Speed: 15mphAprWind Speed: 13mphMayWind Speed: 11mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 12mphOctWind Speed: 13mphNovWind Speed: 16mphDecWind Speed: 16mph
Wind Speed

Bald Rock is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/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 25km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 17km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/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 25km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.Bald Rock is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 16mph, 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 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 15mph in winter, 13mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-1°30°F
Feb-2°29°F
Mar1°33°F
Apr4°39°F
May8°46°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep17°62°F
Oct12°54°F
Nov7°44°F
Dec2°35°F

The best time to visit Bald Rock 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 90 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°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 Bald Rock 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 3.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 25°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 Bald Rock 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 Bald Rock 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
-3 °C26 °F
2 °C35 °F
25 km/h15 mph
136 mm5.4 in
41 cm16 in
Feb
-4 °C25 °F
1 °C35 °F
24 km/h15 mph
139 mm5.5 in
49 cm19 in
Mar
-1 °C29 °F
3 °C37 °F
24 km/h15 mph
121 mm4.8 in
36 cm14 in
Apr
2 °C36 °F
6 °C43 °F
21 km/h13 mph
130 mm5.1 in
17 cm7 in
May
6 °C43 °F
10 °C50 °F
18 km/h11 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
15 °C58 °F
18 km/h11 mph
112 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C61 °F
19 °C66 °F
17 km/h10 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C64 °F
21 °C69 °F
17 km/h10 mph
88 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C60 °F
19 °C66 °F
19 km/h12 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
11 °C51 °F
14 °C58 °F
20 km/h13 mph
126 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
5 °C40 °F
9 °C49 °F
25 km/h16 mph
147 mm5.8 in
6 cm2 in
Dec
-1 °C31 °F
4 °C40 °F
25 km/h16 mph
147 mm5.8 in
20 cm8 in