Climate Insights for Briar Lake

Clare Municipal District, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
July
23°C peak73°F peak
Coldest
February
-5°C low24°F low
Wettest
December
130 mm rain5.1 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Briar Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,198 mm of precipitation falls per year. Briar Lake receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Briar Lake is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 190cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Briar Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 47°F and approximately 47.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Briar Lake receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Briar Lake is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 24°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 75in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -4°FebMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -5°MarMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -1°AprMax: 10°Average: 6°Min: 3°MayMax: 15°Average: 11°Min: 7°JunMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 12°JulMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 16°AugMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 15°SepMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 12°OctMax: 15°Average: 11°Min: 8°NovMax: 9°Average: 5°Min: 2°DecMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -2°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 36°FAverage: 30°FMin: 24°FFebMax: 36°FAverage: 30°FMin: 24°FMarMax: 41°FAverage: 34°FMin: 29°FAprMax: 49°FAverage: 43°FMin: 38°FMayMax: 59°FAverage: 52°FMin: 45°FJunMax: 67°FAverage: 60°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 66°FMin: 60°FAugMax: 73°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 60°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 59°FAverage: 52°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 48°FAverage: 42°FMin: 36°FDecMax: 39°FAverage: 33°FMin: 28°F
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Temperatures in Briar Lake vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Briar Lake vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 24°F and the daily average is 30°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 122mmSnow: 52mmFebPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 44mmMarPrecipitation: 110mmSnow: 35mmAprPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 14mmMayPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 112mmSnow: 8mmDecPrecipitation: 130mmSnow: 37mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 21inFebPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 17inMarPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 14inAprPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 3inDecPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 14in
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Briar Lake is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,198 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 130 mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 81 mm. That's 49 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 190cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 52cm.Briar Lake is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 47.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.1 in of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 3.2 in. That's 1.9 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 75in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 21in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 18km/hFebWind Speed: 18km/hMarWind Speed: 18km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 18km/hDecWind Speed: 18km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Briar Lake 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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 12km/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 18km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Briar Lake is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. 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 11mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-1°30°F
Feb-1°30°F
Mar1°34°F
Apr6°43°F
May11°52°F
Jun16°60°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct11°52°F
Nov5°42°F
Dec1°33°F

The best time to visit Briar Lake 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 85 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 Briar Lake 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 3.3 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 Briar Lake 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 Briar Lake 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 °C24 °F
2 °C36 °F
18 km/h11 mph
122 mm4.8 in
52 cm21 in
Feb
-5 °C24 °F
2 °C36 °F
18 km/h11 mph
103 mm4 in
44 cm17 in
Mar
-1 °C29 °F
5 °C41 °F
18 km/h11 mph
110 mm4.3 in
35 cm14 in
Apr
3 °C38 °F
10 °C49 °F
16 km/h10 mph
100 mm4 in
14 cm5 in
May
7 °C45 °F
15 °C59 °F
14 km/h9 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
20 °C67 °F
13 km/h8 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C60 °F
23 °C73 °F
12 km/h8 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
23 °C73 °F
12 km/h7 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
20 °C67 °F
13 km/h8 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
15 °C59 °F
15 km/h9 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C36 °F
9 °C48 °F
18 km/h11 mph
112 mm4.4 in
8 cm3 in
Dec
-2 °C28 °F
4 °C39 °F
18 km/h11 mph
130 mm5.1 in
37 cm14 in