Climate Insights for The Gusset

Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
23°C peak73°F peak
Coldest
February
-8°C low18°F low
Wettest
November
131 mm rain5.2 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in The Gusset is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,212 mm of precipitation falls per year. The Gusset receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. The Gusset 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. The Gusset experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in The Gusset is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 47.7 in of precipitation falls per year. The Gusset receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. The Gusset 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. The Gusset experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -6°FebMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -8°MarMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -4°AprMax: 6°Average: 3°Min: 1°MayMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 5°JunMax: 18°Average: 15°Min: 12°JulMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 17°AugMax: 23°Average: 20°Min: 17°SepMax: 19°Average: 16°Min: 13°OctMax: 14°Average: 11°Min: 8°NovMax: 7°Average: 4°Min: 2°DecMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -4°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°FAverage: 26°FMin: 20°FFebMax: 31°FAverage: 24°FMin: 18°FMarMax: 36°FAverage: 30°FMin: 25°FAprMax: 44°FAverage: 38°FMin: 33°FMayMax: 53°FAverage: 47°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 64°FAverage: 58°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 67°FMin: 62°FAugMax: 73°FAverage: 67°FMin: 62°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 61°FMin: 56°FOctMax: 57°FAverage: 52°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 45°FAverage: 40°FMin: 36°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 30°FMin: 26°F
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Temperatures in The Gusset vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 20°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in The Gusset vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 18°F and the daily average is 24°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 63mmFebPrecipitation: 110mmSnow: 59mmMarPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 48mmAprPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 27mmMayPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 80mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 109mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 131mmSnow: 20mmDecPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 41mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 25inFebPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 23inMarPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 19inAprPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 11inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 16in
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Snow (in)

The Gusset is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,212 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 101 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 131 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 78 mm. That's 53 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. The Gusset receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 259cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 63cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.The Gusset is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 47.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.1 in. That's 2.1 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. The Gusset receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 102in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 25in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 20km/hFebWind Speed: 20km/hMarWind Speed: 20km/hAprWind Speed: 18km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 16km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 17km/hOctWind Speed: 18km/hNovWind Speed: 21km/hDecWind Speed: 21km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 13mphMarWind Speed: 12mphAprWind Speed: 11mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 11mphNovWind Speed: 13mphDecWind Speed: 13mph
Wind Speed

The Gusset is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/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 21km/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 7km/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 20km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.The Gusset 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 13mph, 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 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 13mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-4°26°F
Feb-4°24°F
Mar-1°30°F
Apr3°38°F
May8°47°F
Jun15°58°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug20°67°F
Sep16°61°F
Oct11°52°F
Nov4°40°F
Dec-1°30°F

The best time to visit The Gusset is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 84 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 The Gusset is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures 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 The Gusset 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 The Gusset 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 °C20 °F
0 °C32 °F
20 km/h12 mph
118 mm4.7 in
63 cm25 in
Feb
-8 °C18 °F
0 °C31 °F
20 km/h13 mph
110 mm4.3 in
59 cm23 in
Mar
-4 °C25 °F
2 °C36 °F
20 km/h12 mph
95 mm3.7 in
48 cm19 in
Apr
1 °C33 °F
6 °C44 °F
18 km/h11 mph
100 mm3.9 in
27 cm11 in
May
5 °C41 °F
12 °C53 °F
16 km/h10 mph
78 mm3.1 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
18 °C64 °F
16 km/h10 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C62 °F
23 °C73 °F
14 km/h9 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
17 °C62 °F
23 °C73 °F
15 km/h9 mph
80 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
13 °C56 °F
19 °C67 °F
17 km/h10 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C47 °F
14 °C57 °F
18 km/h11 mph
109 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C36 °F
7 °C45 °F
21 km/h13 mph
131 mm5.2 in
20 cm8 in
Dec
-4 °C26 °F
2 °C36 °F
21 km/h13 mph
118 mm4.6 in
41 cm16 in