Climate Insights for Barrachois

Colchester County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
July
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
February
-9°C low16°F low
Wettest
November
122 mm rain4.8 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Barrachois is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,170 mm of precipitation falls per year. Barrachois receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Barrachois 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. Barrachois experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Barrachois is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 46.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Barrachois receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Barrachois 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 16°F. Barrachois experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -5°Min: -8°FebMax: 0°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: 24°Average: 19°Min: 16°SepMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 12°OctMax: 14°Average: 11°Min: 7°NovMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: 0°DecMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°FAverage: 24°FMin: 17°FFebMax: 31°FAverage: 23°FMin: 16°FMarMax: 37°FAverage: 30°FMin: 24°FAprMax: 46°FAverage: 39°FMin: 32°FMayMax: 57°FAverage: 48°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 67°FAverage: 60°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 68°FMin: 61°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 68°FAverage: 60°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 58°FAverage: 51°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 45°FAverage: 38°FMin: 33°FDecMax: 35°FAverage: 28°FMin: 23°F
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Temperatures in Barrachois 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 Barrachois vary considerably across the year, with a 59°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 68°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 16°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: 113mmSnow: 63mmFebPrecipitation: 104mmSnow: 58mmMarPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 45mmAprPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 21mmMayPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 108mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 122mmSnow: 23mmDecPrecipitation: 107mmSnow: 39mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 25inFebPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 23inMarPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 18inAprPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 8inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 9inDecPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 16in
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Snow (in)

Barrachois is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,170 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 97 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 122 mm of rainfall. January and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 78 mm. That's 44 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. Barrachois receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 252cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 63cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Barrachois is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. January and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.1 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. Barrachois receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 99in 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: 18km/hFebWind Speed: 19km/hMarWind Speed: 18km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 17km/hNovWind Speed: 19km/hDecWind Speed: 19km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 12mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 12mphDecWind Speed: 12mph
Wind Speed

Barrachois is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 19km/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 5km/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 19km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Barrachois 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 12mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9mph, 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 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-5°24°F
Feb-5°23°F
Mar-1°30°F
Apr4°39°F
May9°48°F
Jun15°60°F
Jul20°68°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct11°51°F
Nov3°38°F
Dec-2°28°F

The best time to visit Barrachois 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 -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 Barrachois 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 16°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 Barrachois 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 Barrachois 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
-8 °C17 °F
-1 °C31 °F
18 km/h11 mph
113 mm4.5 in
63 cm25 in
Feb
-9 °C16 °F
0 °C31 °F
19 km/h12 mph
104 mm4.1 in
58 cm23 in
Mar
-5 °C24 °F
3 °C37 °F
18 km/h11 mph
98 mm3.9 in
45 cm18 in
Apr
0 °C32 °F
8 °C46 °F
16 km/h10 mph
92 mm3.6 in
21 cm8 in
May
5 °C41 °F
14 °C57 °F
15 km/h10 mph
78 mm3.1 in
1 cm1 in
Jun
11 °C53 °F
20 °C67 °F
15 km/h10 mph
108 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C61 °F
24 °C75 °F
14 km/h9 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C60 °F
24 °C75 °F
14 km/h9 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
20 °C68 °F
16 km/h10 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
14 °C58 °F
17 km/h10 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
0 °C33 °F
7 °C45 °F
19 km/h12 mph
122 mm4.8 in
23 cm9 in
Dec
-5 °C23 °F
1 °C35 °F
19 km/h12 mph
107 mm4.2 in
39 cm16 in