Climate Insights for Beaver River

Yarmouth Municipal District, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
18°C peak65°F peak
Coldest
February
-3°C low27°F low
Wettest
December
150 mm rain5.9 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Beaver River is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,366 mm of precipitation falls per year. Beaver River receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Beaver River 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 -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 174cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Beaver River is cool. The average annual temperature is 47°F and approximately 53.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Beaver River receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Beaver River 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 27°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 68in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°-5°0°5°10°15°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 3°Average: 0°Min: -2°FebMax: 3°Average: 0°Min: -3°MarMax: 4°Average: 2°Min: 0°AprMax: 7°Average: 5°Min: 4°MayMax: 11°Average: 9°Min: 7°JunMax: 14°Average: 13°Min: 11°JulMax: 18°Average: 16°Min: 14°AugMax: 18°Average: 16°Min: 15°SepMax: 17°Average: 15°Min: 14°OctMax: 14°Average: 12°Min: 10°NovMax: 9°Average: 7°Min: 5°DecMax: 5°Average: 2°Min: 0°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 37°FAverage: 32°FMin: 28°FFebMax: 37°FAverage: 32°FMin: 27°FMarMax: 39°FAverage: 35°FMin: 32°FAprMax: 45°FAverage: 42°FMin: 39°FMayMax: 51°FAverage: 48°FMin: 45°FJunMax: 58°FAverage: 55°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 64°FAverage: 61°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 65°FAverage: 62°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 62°FAverage: 59°FMin: 56°FOctMax: 57°FAverage: 54°FMin: 51°FNovMax: 49°FAverage: 45°FMin: 41°FDecMax: 41°FAverage: 36°FMin: 33°F
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Temperatures in Beaver River vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Beaver River vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 65°F with a mean of 62°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 32°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 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 138mmSnow: 49mmFebPrecipitation: 117mmSnow: 44mmMarPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 33mmAprPrecipitation: 119mmSnow: 13mmMayPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 116mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 4mmDecPrecipitation: 150mmSnow: 32mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 19inFebPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 17inMarPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 13inAprPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 5.9inSnow (in): 13in
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Beaver River is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,366 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 114 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 150 mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 90 mm. That's 60 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 174cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 49cm.Beaver River is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 53.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.5 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.9 in of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.5 in. That's 2.4 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 68in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 19in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 26km/hFebWind Speed: 26km/hMarWind Speed: 26km/hAprWind Speed: 22km/hMayWind Speed: 18km/hJunWind Speed: 18km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 17km/hOctWind Speed: 20km/hNovWind Speed: 26km/hDecWind Speed: 26km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 16mphFebWind Speed: 16mphMarWind Speed: 16mphAprWind Speed: 14mphMayWind Speed: 11mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 11mphOctWind Speed: 13mphNovWind Speed: 16mphDecWind Speed: 16mph
Wind Speed

Beaver River 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 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 11km/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 26km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.Beaver River 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 August, with average winds dropping to 9mph, 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 16mph in winter, 14mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan0°32°F
Feb0°32°F
Mar2°35°F
Apr5°42°F
May9°48°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul16°61°F
Aug16°62°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct12°54°F
Nov7°45°F
Dec2°36°F

The best time to visit Beaver River is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 92 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°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 Beaver River is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.6 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 27°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 Beaver 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 Beaver 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
-2 °C28 °F
3 °C37 °F
26 km/h16 mph
138 mm5.4 in
49 cm19 in
Feb
-3 °C27 °F
3 °C37 °F
26 km/h16 mph
117 mm4.6 in
44 cm17 in
Mar
0 °C32 °F
4 °C39 °F
26 km/h16 mph
125 mm4.9 in
33 cm13 in
Apr
4 °C39 °F
7 °C45 °F
22 km/h14 mph
119 mm4.7 in
13 cm5 in
May
7 °C45 °F
11 °C51 °F
18 km/h11 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
14 °C58 °F
18 km/h11 mph
103 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C58 °F
18 °C64 °F
16 km/h10 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
18 °C65 °F
15 km/h9 mph
95 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C56 °F
17 °C62 °F
17 km/h11 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
10 °C51 °F
14 °C57 °F
20 km/h13 mph
116 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
5 °C41 °F
9 °C49 °F
26 km/h16 mph
125 mm4.9 in
4 cm2 in
Dec
0 °C33 °F
5 °C41 °F
26 km/h16 mph
150 mm5.9 in
32 cm13 in