Climate Insights for Bear River

Digby Municipal District, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
July
22°C peak72°F peak
Coldest
February
-5°C low23°F low
Wettest
December
133 mm rain5.2 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bear River is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,256 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bear River receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bear River 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 -5°C. Bear River experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Bear River is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 49.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Bear River receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bear River 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 23°F. Bear River experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°FebMax: 2°Average: -2°Min: -5°MarMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -2°AprMax: 9°Average: 6°Min: 3°MayMax: 14°Average: 10°Min: 7°JunMax: 19°Average: 15°Min: 11°JulMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°AugMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°SepMax: 19°Average: 15°Min: 12°OctMax: 14°Average: 11°Min: 8°NovMax: 8°Average: 5°Min: 2°DecMax: 3°Average: 0°Min: -2°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 35°FAverage: 29°FMin: 24°FFebMax: 35°FAverage: 29°FMin: 23°FMarMax: 40°FAverage: 33°FMin: 29°FAprMax: 48°FAverage: 42°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 57°FAverage: 50°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 65°FAverage: 59°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 72°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 60°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 58°FAverage: 52°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 47°FAverage: 41°FMin: 36°FDecMax: 38°FAverage: 33°FMin: 28°F
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Temperatures in Bear River vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Bear River vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 72°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 23°F and the daily average is 29°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 130mmSnow: 58mmFebPrecipitation: 111mmSnow: 49mmMarPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 39mmAprPrecipitation: 107mmSnow: 16mmMayPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 121mmSnow: 12mmDecPrecipitation: 133mmSnow: 39mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 23inFebPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 19inMarPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 15inAprPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 6inMayPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 5inDecPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 15in
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Bear River is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,256 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 133 mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 85 mm. That's 48 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Bear River receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 215cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 58cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Bear River is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 49.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.3 in. That's 1.9 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Bear River receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 85in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 23in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 20km/hFebWind Speed: 21km/hMarWind Speed: 20km/hAprWind Speed: 18km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 20km/hDecWind Speed: 20km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 13mphMarWind Speed: 13mphAprWind Speed: 11mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 12mphDecWind Speed: 13mph
Wind Speed

Bear River 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 February, averaging 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 13km/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 20km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Bear River is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph 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 13mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°29°F
Feb-2°29°F
Mar1°33°F
Apr6°42°F
May10°50°F
Jun15°59°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug18°65°F
Sep15°60°F
Oct11°52°F
Nov5°41°F
Dec0°33°F

The best time to visit Bear River is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 87 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 Bear River is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 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 Bear River 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 Bear River 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
-5 °C24 °F
1 °C35 °F
20 km/h12 mph
130 mm5.1 in
58 cm23 in
Feb
-5 °C23 °F
2 °C35 °F
21 km/h13 mph
111 mm4.4 in
49 cm19 in
Mar
-2 °C29 °F
4 °C40 °F
20 km/h13 mph
115 mm4.5 in
39 cm15 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
9 °C48 °F
18 km/h11 mph
107 mm4.2 in
16 cm6 in
May
7 °C44 °F
14 °C57 °F
16 km/h10 mph
88 mm3.5 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
19 °C65 °F
15 km/h9 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
22 °C72 °F
14 km/h9 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
22 °C71 °F
13 km/h8 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
19 °C66 °F
14 km/h9 mph
85 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C47 °F
14 °C58 °F
16 km/h10 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C36 °F
8 °C47 °F
20 km/h12 mph
121 mm4.8 in
12 cm5 in
Dec
-2 °C28 °F
3 °C38 °F
20 km/h13 mph
133 mm5.2 in
39 cm15 in