Climate Insights for Petit Étang

Municipality of the County of Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
21°C peak69°F peak
Coldest
February
-7°C low19°F low
Wettest
November
175 mm rain6.9 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Petit Étang is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1,424 mm of precipitation falls per year. Petit Étang receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Petit Étang 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 -7°C. Petit Étang experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Petit Étang is cool. The average annual temperature is 43°F and approximately 56.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Petit Étang receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Petit Étang 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 19°F. Petit Étang experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -5°FebMax: -2°Average: -5°Min: -7°MarMax: 0°Average: -2°Min: -5°AprMax: 4°Average: 2°Min: 0°MayMax: 8°Average: 6°Min: 4°JunMax: 15°Average: 12°Min: 10°JulMax: 20°Average: 18°Min: 16°AugMax: 21°Average: 19°Min: 17°SepMax: 17°Average: 15°Min: 13°OctMax: 12°Average: 10°Min: 8°NovMax: 7°Average: 5°Min: 3°DecMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -2°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°FAverage: 26°FMin: 23°FFebMax: 29°FAverage: 23°FMin: 19°FMarMax: 32°FAverage: 28°FMin: 24°FAprMax: 39°FAverage: 35°FMin: 31°FMayMax: 47°FAverage: 43°FMin: 39°FJunMax: 58°FAverage: 54°FMin: 50°FJulMax: 67°FAverage: 64°FMin: 60°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 66°FMin: 62°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 59°FMin: 56°FOctMax: 54°FAverage: 50°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 45°FAverage: 41°FMin: 37°FDecMax: 35°FAverage: 32°FMin: 28°F
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Temperatures in Petit Étang 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 21°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Petit Étang vary considerably across the year, with a 50°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 19°F and the daily average is 23°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 142mmSnow: 91mmFebPrecipitation: 131mmSnow: 86mmMarPrecipitation: 114mmSnow: 65mmAprPrecipitation: 113mmSnow: 34mmMayPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 5mmJunPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 124mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 175mmSnow: 33mmDecPrecipitation: 161mmSnow: 83mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32in34in36inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.6inSnow (in): 36inFebPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 34inMarPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 25inAprPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 13inMayPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 6.9inSnow (in): 13inDecPrecipitation: 6.3inSnow (in): 33in
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Snow (in)

Petit Étang is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,424 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 119 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 175 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 87 mm. That's 88 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. Petit Étang receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 398cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 91cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Petit Étang is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 56.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.7 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.9 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.4 in. That's 3.5 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. Petit Étang receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 157in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 36in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 26km/hFebWind Speed: 26km/hMarWind Speed: 23km/hAprWind Speed: 21km/hMayWind Speed: 18km/hJunWind Speed: 18km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 18km/hSepWind Speed: 20km/hOctWind Speed: 21km/hNovWind Speed: 27km/hDecWind Speed: 28km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 16mphFebWind Speed: 16mphMarWind Speed: 14mphAprWind Speed: 13mphMayWind Speed: 11mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 11mphSepWind Speed: 13mphOctWind Speed: 13mphNovWind Speed: 17mphDecWind Speed: 17mph
Wind Speed

Petit Étang is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/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 28km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 12km/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 26km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 23km/h in autumn.Petit Étang is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 14mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 17mph, 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 7mph 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 16mph in winter, 13mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 14mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-3°26°F
Feb-5°23°F
Mar-2°28°F
Apr2°35°F
May6°43°F
Jun12°54°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct10°50°F
Nov5°41°F
Dec0°32°F

The best time to visit Petit Étang 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 91 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -7°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 Petit Étang 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 3.6 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 19°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 Petit Étang 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 Petit Étang 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 °C23 °F
-1 °C31 °F
26 km/h16 mph
142 mm5.6 in
91 cm36 in
Feb
-7 °C19 °F
-2 °C29 °F
26 km/h16 mph
131 mm5.1 in
86 cm34 in
Mar
-5 °C24 °F
0 °C32 °F
23 km/h14 mph
114 mm4.5 in
65 cm25 in
Apr
0 °C31 °F
4 °C39 °F
21 km/h13 mph
113 mm4.4 in
34 cm13 in
May
4 °C39 °F
8 °C47 °F
18 km/h11 mph
88 mm3.5 in
5 cm2 in
Jun
10 °C50 °F
15 °C58 °F
18 km/h11 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C60 °F
20 °C67 °F
16 km/h10 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
17 °C62 °F
21 °C69 °F
18 km/h11 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
13 °C56 °F
17 °C63 °F
20 km/h13 mph
102 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C47 °F
12 °C54 °F
21 km/h13 mph
124 mm4.9 in
1 cm1 in
Nov
3 °C37 °F
7 °C45 °F
27 km/h17 mph
175 mm6.9 in
33 cm13 in
Dec
-2 °C28 °F
2 °C35 °F
28 km/h17 mph
161 mm6.3 in
83 cm33 in