Climate Insights for Birch Plain

Victoria County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
21°C peak70°F peak
Coldest
February
-8°C low18°F low
Wettest
November
207 mm rain8.2 in rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Birch Plain is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1,699 mm of precipitation falls per year. Birch Plain receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Birch Plain 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 -8°C. Birch Plain experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Birch Plain is cool. The average annual temperature is 43°F and approximately 66.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Birch Plain receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Birch Plain 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 18°F. Birch Plain experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -4°Min: -6°FebMax: -2°Average: -5°Min: -8°MarMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -5°AprMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -1°MayMax: 9°Average: 6°Min: 3°JunMax: 15°Average: 12°Min: 9°JulMax: 20°Average: 17°Min: 15°AugMax: 21°Average: 18°Min: 16°SepMax: 17°Average: 15°Min: 12°OctMax: 12°Average: 10°Min: 7°NovMax: 6°Average: 4°Min: 2°DecMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -3°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°FAverage: 25°FMin: 21°FFebMax: 29°FAverage: 23°FMin: 18°FMarMax: 32°FAverage: 27°FMin: 23°FAprMax: 39°FAverage: 34°FMin: 30°FMayMax: 48°FAverage: 42°FMin: 38°FJunMax: 59°FAverage: 54°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 68°FAverage: 63°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 70°FAverage: 65°FMin: 61°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 58°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 54°FAverage: 49°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 44°FAverage: 39°FMin: 35°FDecMax: 34°FAverage: 30°FMin: 26°F
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Temperatures in Birch Plain vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Birch Plain vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 70°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 18°F and the daily average is 23°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 164mmSnow: 88mmFebPrecipitation: 152mmSnow: 92mmMarPrecipitation: 137mmSnow: 78mmAprPrecipitation: 159mmSnow: 44mmMayPrecipitation: 114mmSnow: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 113mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 107mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 117mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 149mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 207mmSnow: 30mmDecPrecipitation: 179mmSnow: 77mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32in34in36inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 6.5inSnow (in): 35inFebPrecipitation: 6inSnow (in): 36inMarPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 31inAprPrecipitation: 6.3inSnow (in): 18inMayPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 5.9inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 8.2inSnow (in): 12inDecPrecipitation: 7inSnow (in): 30in
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Snow (in)

Birch Plain is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,699 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 142 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 207 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 99 mm. That's 108 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. Birch Plain receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 416cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 92cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Birch Plain is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 66.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.6 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 8.1 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.9 in. That's 4.3 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. Birch Plain receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 164in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 36in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 22km/hFebWind Speed: 23km/hMarWind Speed: 20km/hAprWind Speed: 19km/hMayWind Speed: 17km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 17km/hOctWind Speed: 18km/hNovWind Speed: 22km/hDecWind Speed: 23km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14mphFebWind Speed: 14mphMarWind Speed: 13mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 11mphOctWind Speed: 11mphNovWind Speed: 14mphDecWind Speed: 14mph
Wind Speed

Birch Plain 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 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, 19km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.Birch Plain is moderately 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 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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-4°25°F
Feb-5°23°F
Mar-3°27°F
Apr1°34°F
May6°42°F
Jun12°54°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug18°65°F
Sep15°58°F
Oct10°49°F
Nov4°39°F
Dec-1°30°F

The best time to visit Birch Plain is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 99 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 21°C, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to -8°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 Birch Plain is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 70°F, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 18°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 Birch Plain 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 Birch Plain 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
-6 °C21 °F
-1 °C30 °F
22 km/h14 mph
164 mm6.5 in
88 cm35 in
Feb
-8 °C18 °F
-2 °C29 °F
23 km/h14 mph
152 mm6 in
92 cm36 in
Mar
-5 °C23 °F
0 °C32 °F
20 km/h13 mph
137 mm5.4 in
78 cm31 in
Apr
-1 °C30 °F
4 °C39 °F
19 km/h12 mph
159 mm6.3 in
44 cm18 in
May
3 °C38 °F
9 °C48 °F
17 km/h10 mph
114 mm4.5 in
6 cm2 in
Jun
9 °C49 °F
15 °C59 °F
15 km/h10 mph
113 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
20 °C68 °F
14 km/h9 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C61 °F
21 °C70 °F
15 km/h9 mph
107 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
17 °C63 °F
17 km/h11 mph
117 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
12 °C54 °F
18 km/h11 mph
149 mm5.9 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C35 °F
6 °C44 °F
22 km/h14 mph
207 mm8.2 in
30 cm12 in
Dec
-3 °C26 °F
1 °C34 °F
23 km/h14 mph
179 mm7 in
77 cm30 in