Climate Insights for Big Glen

Cape Breton County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
22°C peak72°F peak
Coldest
February
-6°C low21°F low
Wettest
November
160 mm rain6.3 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Big Glen is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,434 mm of precipitation falls per year. Big Glen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Big Glen 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 -6°C. Big Glen experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Big Glen is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 56.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Big Glen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Big Glen 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 21°F. Big Glen experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°FebMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -6°MarMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -3°AprMax: 6°Average: 3°Min: 1°MayMax: 11°Average: 7°Min: 5°JunMax: 16°Average: 13°Min: 10°JulMax: 21°Average: 18°Min: 15°AugMax: 22°Average: 19°Min: 16°SepMax: 19°Average: 16°Min: 13°OctMax: 14°Average: 11°Min: 8°NovMax: 9°Average: 6°Min: 3°DecMax: 3°Average: 1°Min: -2°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 34°FAverage: 29°FMin: 24°FFebMax: 33°FAverage: 26°FMin: 21°FMarMax: 37°FAverage: 31°FMin: 26°FAprMax: 44°FAverage: 38°FMin: 33°FMayMax: 51°FAverage: 45°FMin: 40°FJunMax: 61°FAverage: 55°FMin: 50°FJulMax: 69°FAverage: 64°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 72°FAverage: 66°FMin: 62°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 61°FMin: 56°FOctMax: 57°FAverage: 52°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 47°FAverage: 42°FMin: 38°FDecMax: 38°FAverage: 33°FMin: 29°F
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Temperatures in Big Glen vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -3°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Big Glen vary considerably across the year, with a 51°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 72°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 21°F and the daily average is 26°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 10°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 135mmSnow: 51mmFebPrecipitation: 137mmSnow: 65mmMarPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 49mmAprPrecipitation: 129mmSnow: 26mmMayPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 107mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 123mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 160mmSnow: 7mmDecPrecipitation: 146mmSnow: 32mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 20inFebPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 26inMarPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 19inAprPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 10inMayPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 6.3inSnow (in): 3inDecPrecipitation: 5.7inSnow (in): 13in
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Big Glen is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,434 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 120 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 160 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 90 mm. That's 69 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. Big Glen receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 232cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 65cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Big Glen is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 56.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.7 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.3 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.5 in. That's 2.7 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. Big Glen 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 22km/hFebWind Speed: 23km/hMarWind Speed: 21km/hAprWind Speed: 20km/hMayWind Speed: 17km/hJunWind Speed: 17km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 16km/hSepWind Speed: 18km/hOctWind Speed: 18km/hNovWind Speed: 22km/hDecWind Speed: 23km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14mphFebWind Speed: 14mphMarWind Speed: 13mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 11mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 11mphOctWind Speed: 11mphNovWind Speed: 14mphDecWind Speed: 15mph
Wind Speed

Big Glen 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 December, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 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 23km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.Big Glen 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 December, averaging 15mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10mph, 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, 10mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°29°F
Feb-3°26°F
Mar-1°31°F
Apr3°38°F
May7°45°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep16°61°F
Oct11°52°F
Nov6°42°F
Dec1°33°F

The best time to visit Big Glen is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 95 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°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 Big Glen is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.7 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 21°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 Big Glen 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 Big Glen 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
22 km/h14 mph
135 mm5.3 in
51 cm20 in
Feb
-6 °C21 °F
0 °C33 °F
23 km/h14 mph
137 mm5.4 in
65 cm26 in
Mar
-3 °C26 °F
3 °C37 °F
21 km/h13 mph
118 mm4.7 in
49 cm19 in
Apr
1 °C33 °F
6 °C44 °F
20 km/h12 mph
129 mm5.1 in
26 cm10 in
May
5 °C40 °F
11 °C51 °F
17 km/h11 mph
90 mm3.6 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
10 °C50 °F
16 °C61 °F
17 km/h10 mph
107 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
21 °C69 °F
15 km/h10 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C62 °F
22 °C72 °F
16 km/h10 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
13 °C56 °F
19 °C66 °F
18 km/h11 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C47 °F
14 °C57 °F
18 km/h11 mph
123 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C38 °F
9 °C47 °F
22 km/h14 mph
160 mm6.3 in
7 cm3 in
Dec
-2 °C29 °F
3 °C38 °F
23 km/h15 mph
146 mm5.7 in
32 cm13 in