Climate Insights for Birchtown

Municipality of the District of Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
February
-4°C low24°F low
Wettest
January
131 mm rain5.2 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Birchtown is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1,290 mm of precipitation falls per year. Birchtown receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Birchtown 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 -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 166cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Birchtown is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 50.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Birchtown receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Birchtown 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 24°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 66in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -4°FebMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -4°MarMax: 6°Average: 2°Min: -2°AprMax: 11°Average: 6°Min: 3°MayMax: 16°Average: 11°Min: 7°JunMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°AugMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°SepMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 12°OctMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 8°NovMax: 10°Average: 6°Min: 3°DecMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -2°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 37°FAverage: 31°FMin: 25°FFebMax: 38°FAverage: 31°FMin: 24°FMarMax: 42°FAverage: 35°FMin: 29°FAprMax: 51°FAverage: 43°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 61°FAverage: 52°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 60°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 70°FAverage: 61°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 61°FAverage: 53°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 50°FAverage: 43°FMin: 37°FDecMax: 41°FAverage: 34°FMin: 29°F
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Temperatures in Birchtown 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 24°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Birchtown 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 75°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 24°F and the daily average is 31°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 131mmSnow: 44mmFebPrecipitation: 123mmSnow: 45mmMarPrecipitation: 119mmSnow: 33mmAprPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 16mmMayPrecipitation: 79mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 113mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 5mmDecPrecipitation: 128mmSnow: 24mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 17inFebPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 18inMarPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 13inAprPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 6inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 9in
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Birchtown is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,290 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 108 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 131 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 79 mm. That's 52 mm less than January, 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 166cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 45cm.Birchtown is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 50.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.3 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.1 in. That's 2 in less than January, 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 66in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 18in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17km/hFebWind Speed: 17km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 16km/hDecWind Speed: 17km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Birchtown is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 17km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Birchtown is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph 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 10mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-1°31°F
Feb-1°31°F
Mar2°35°F
Apr6°43°F
May11°52°F
Jun16°60°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep16°61°F
Oct12°53°F
Nov6°43°F
Dec1°34°F

The best time to visit Birchtown is during June, 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 91 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°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 Birchtown is during June, 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 3.6 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 24°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 Birchtown 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 Birchtown 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
-4 °C25 °F
3 °C37 °F
17 km/h10 mph
131 mm5.2 in
44 cm17 in
Feb
-4 °C24 °F
3 °C38 °F
17 km/h11 mph
123 mm4.8 in
45 cm18 in
Mar
-2 °C29 °F
6 °C42 °F
17 km/h11 mph
119 mm4.7 in
33 cm13 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
11 °C51 °F
16 km/h10 mph
115 mm4.5 in
16 cm6 in
May
7 °C44 °F
16 °C61 °F
14 km/h8 mph
79 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
21 °C69 °F
13 km/h8 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
88 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
90 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h8 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
16 °C61 °F
14 km/h9 mph
113 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C37 °F
10 °C50 °F
16 km/h10 mph
118 mm4.6 in
5 cm2 in
Dec
-2 °C29 °F
5 °C41 °F
17 km/h10 mph
128 mm5 in
24 cm9 in