Climate Insights for Belleisle

Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
20°C peak67°F peak
Coldest
February
-5°C low23°F low
Wettest
December
138 mm rain5.4 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Belleisle is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,354 mm of precipitation falls per year. Belleisle receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Belleisle 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, December, when temperatures can drop to -5°C. Belleisle experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Belleisle is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 53.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Belleisle receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Belleisle 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, December, when temperatures can drop to 23°F. Belleisle experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°-5°0°5°10°15°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°FebMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°MarMax: 4°Average: 0°Min: -2°AprMax: 7°Average: 5°Min: 2°MayMax: 12°Average: 9°Min: 7°JunMax: 16°Average: 13°Min: 11°JulMax: 19°Average: 17°Min: 15°AugMax: 20°Average: 17°Min: 15°SepMax: 17°Average: 15°Min: 13°OctMax: 14°Average: 11°Min: 9°NovMax: 8°Average: 5°Min: 3°DecMax: 3°Average: 0°Min: -2°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 34°FAverage: 28°FMin: 24°FFebMax: 34°FAverage: 28°FMin: 23°FMarMax: 38°FAverage: 33°FMin: 29°FAprMax: 45°FAverage: 41°FMin: 36°FMayMax: 53°FAverage: 48°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 61°FAverage: 56°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 67°FAverage: 63°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 67°FAverage: 63°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 59°FMin: 55°FOctMax: 56°FAverage: 52°FMin: 48°FNovMax: 46°FAverage: 41°FMin: 37°FDecMax: 38°FAverage: 32°FMin: 28°F
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Temperatures in Belleisle 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 20°C with a mean of 17°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 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Belleisle 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 67°F with a mean of 63°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 23°F and the daily average is 28°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 133mmSnow: 61mmFebPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 51mmMarPrecipitation: 123mmSnow: 39mmAprPrecipitation: 114mmSnow: 16mmMayPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 111mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 132mmSnow: 13mmDecPrecipitation: 138mmSnow: 39mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 24inFebPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 20inMarPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 15inAprPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 6inMayPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 5inDecPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 16in
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Snow (in)

Belleisle is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,354 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 113 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 138 mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 92 mm. That's 45 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. Belleisle receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 220cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 61cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Belleisle is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 53.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.4 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.4 in of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.6 in. That's 1.8 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. Belleisle receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 87in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 24in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 23km/hFebWind Speed: 23km/hMarWind Speed: 22km/hAprWind Speed: 20km/hMayWind Speed: 17km/hJunWind Speed: 16km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 18km/hNovWind Speed: 22km/hDecWind Speed: 23km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14mphFebWind Speed: 14mphMarWind Speed: 14mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 11mphNovWind Speed: 14mphDecWind Speed: 14mph
Wind Speed

Belleisle is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/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 23km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.Belleisle is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 14mph, 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 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 14mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°28°F
Feb-2°28°F
Mar0°33°F
Apr5°41°F
May9°48°F
Jun13°56°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct11°52°F
Nov5°41°F
Dec0°32°F

The best time to visit Belleisle is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 94 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 Belleisle is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.7 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 Belleisle 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 Belleisle 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 °C34 °F
23 km/h14 mph
133 mm5.3 in
61 cm24 in
Feb
-5 °C23 °F
1 °C34 °F
23 km/h14 mph
118 mm4.6 in
51 cm20 in
Mar
-2 °C29 °F
4 °C38 °F
22 km/h14 mph
123 mm4.8 in
39 cm15 in
Apr
2 °C36 °F
7 °C45 °F
20 km/h12 mph
114 mm4.5 in
16 cm6 in
May
7 °C44 °F
12 °C53 °F
17 km/h10 mph
97 mm3.8 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
16 °C61 °F
16 km/h10 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
19 °C67 °F
15 km/h9 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
20 °C67 °F
14 km/h9 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
13 °C55 °F
17 °C63 °F
16 km/h10 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C48 °F
14 °C56 °F
18 km/h11 mph
111 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C37 °F
8 °C46 °F
22 km/h14 mph
132 mm5.2 in
13 cm5 in
Dec
-2 °C28 °F
3 °C38 °F
23 km/h14 mph
138 mm5.4 in
39 cm16 in