Climate Insights for Baleine
Cape Breton County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Baleine is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,427 mm of precipitation falls per year. Baleine receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Baleine 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 -5°C. Baleine experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Baleine is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 56.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Baleine receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Baleine 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 23°F. Baleine experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Baleine vary considerably across the year, with a 26°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 -5°C and the daily average is -3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Baleine vary considerably across the year, with a 47°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 70°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 23°F and the daily average is 27°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Baleine is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,427 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 119 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 168 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 88 mm. That's 81 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. Baleine receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 232cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 66cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Baleine is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 56.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.7 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.6 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3.5 in. That's 3.2 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. Baleine receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 91in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 26in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Baleine is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 25km/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 30km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 20km/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 30km/h in winter, 25km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 26km/h in autumn.Baleine 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 12mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7mph 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, 16mph in spring, 13mph in summer, 16mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Baleine 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 92 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°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 Baleine 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 3.6 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 23°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 Baleine 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 Baleine 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.