Climate Insights for South Harbour

Victoria County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
February
-8°C low17°F low
Wettest
November
164 mm rain6.5 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in South Harbour is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1,352 mm of precipitation falls per year. South Harbour receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. South Harbour 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. South Harbour experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in South Harbour is cool. The average annual temperature is 43°F and approximately 53.2 in of precipitation falls per year. South Harbour receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. South Harbour 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 17°F. South Harbour 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: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°AprMax: 5°Average: 2°Min: -1°MayMax: 10°Average: 6°Min: 3°JunMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 9°JulMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 14°AugMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°SepMax: 18°Average: 14°Min: 11°OctMax: 13°Average: 9°Min: 6°NovMax: 7°Average: 4°Min: 2°DecMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -3°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°FAverage: 25°FMin: 21°FFebMax: 29°FAverage: 23°FMin: 17°FMarMax: 34°FAverage: 28°FMin: 22°FAprMax: 41°FAverage: 35°FMin: 30°FMayMax: 50°FAverage: 43°FMin: 37°FJunMax: 61°FAverage: 54°FMin: 48°FJulMax: 70°FAverage: 63°FMin: 57°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 64°FAverage: 58°FMin: 52°FOctMax: 55°FAverage: 49°FMin: 44°FNovMax: 44°FAverage: 39°FMin: 35°FDecMax: 35°FAverage: 31°FMin: 27°F
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Temperatures in South Harbour vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°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 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in South Harbour vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 17°F and the daily average is 23°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 136mmSnow: 91mmFebPrecipitation: 126mmSnow: 89mmMarPrecipitation: 111mmSnow: 74mmAprPrecipitation: 112mmSnow: 42mmMayPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 113mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 164mmSnow: 32mmDecPrecipitation: 151mmSnow: 83mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32in34in36inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 36inFebPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 35inMarPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 29inAprPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 16inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 6.5inSnow (in): 13inDecPrecipitation: 6inSnow (in): 33in
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Snow (in)

South Harbour is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,352 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 113 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 164 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 78 mm. That's 86 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. South Harbour receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 419cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 91cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.South Harbour is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 53.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.5 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.1 in. That's 3.4 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. South Harbour receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 165in 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 20km/hFebWind Speed: 20km/hMarWind Speed: 18km/hAprWind Speed: 17km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 17km/hNovWind Speed: 21km/hDecWind Speed: 22km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 13mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 13mphDecWind Speed: 14mph
Wind Speed

South Harbour is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 10km/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 21km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.South Harbour is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. 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 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph 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 13mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-4°25°F
Feb-5°23°F
Mar-2°28°F
Apr2°35°F
May6°43°F
Jun12°54°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug18°65°F
Sep14°58°F
Oct9°49°F
Nov4°39°F
Dec-1°31°F

The best time to visit South Harbour 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 90 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures 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 South Harbour is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 17°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 South Harbour 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 South Harbour 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
20 km/h12 mph
136 mm5.4 in
91 cm36 in
Feb
-8 °C17 °F
-2 °C29 °F
20 km/h13 mph
126 mm5 in
89 cm35 in
Mar
-5 °C22 °F
1 °C34 °F
18 km/h11 mph
111 mm4.4 in
74 cm29 in
Apr
-1 °C30 °F
5 °C41 °F
17 km/h10 mph
112 mm4.4 in
42 cm16 in
May
3 °C37 °F
10 °C50 °F
15 km/h9 mph
78 mm3.1 in
6 cm2 in
Jun
9 °C48 °F
16 °C61 °F
13 km/h8 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C57 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h8 mph
85 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
22 °C71 °F
13 km/h8 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C52 °F
18 °C64 °F
16 km/h10 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
6 °C44 °F
13 °C55 °F
17 km/h10 mph
113 mm4.5 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C35 °F
7 °C44 °F
21 km/h13 mph
164 mm6.5 in
32 cm13 in
Dec
-3 °C27 °F
2 °C35 °F
22 km/h14 mph
151 mm6 in
83 cm33 in