Climate Insights for Tobermory

Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Hottest
August
20°C peak69°F peak
Coldest
February
-5°C low22°F low
Wettest
October
111 mm rain4.4 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Tobermory is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,041 mm of precipitation falls per year. Tobermory receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tobermory 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 -5°C. Tobermory experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Tobermory is cool. The average annual temperature is 44°F and approximately 41 in of precipitation falls per year. Tobermory receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tobermory 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 22°F. Tobermory experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°-5°0°5°10°15°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -5°FebMax: -1°Average: -4°Min: -5°MarMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -2°AprMax: 4°Average: 2°Min: 1°MayMax: 8°Average: 6°Min: 5°JunMax: 13°Average: 11°Min: 10°JulMax: 19°Average: 17°Min: 16°AugMax: 20°Average: 19°Min: 18°SepMax: 18°Average: 17°Min: 16°OctMax: 13°Average: 11°Min: 10°NovMax: 7°Average: 5°Min: 3°DecMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -2°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°FAverage: 26°FMin: 23°FFebMax: 30°FAverage: 26°FMin: 22°FMarMax: 34°FAverage: 30°FMin: 28°FAprMax: 39°FAverage: 36°FMin: 34°FMayMax: 46°FAverage: 43°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 55°FAverage: 52°FMin: 50°FJulMax: 65°FAverage: 63°FMin: 61°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 67°FMin: 65°FSepMax: 64°FAverage: 62°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 55°FAverage: 52°FMin: 50°FNovMax: 44°FAverage: 41°FMin: 38°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 32°FMin: 29°F
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Temperatures in Tobermory vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Tobermory vary considerably across the year, with a 47°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 22°F and the daily average is 26°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 67mmFebPrecipitation: 80mmSnow: 52mmMarPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 28mmAprPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 19mmMayPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 74mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 71mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 111mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 26mmDecPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 63mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 26inFebPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 20inMarPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 11inAprPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 8inMayPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 10inDecPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 25in
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Snow (in)

Tobermory is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,041 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 111 mm of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 64 mm. That's 47 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Tobermory receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 256cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 67cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Tobermory is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 2.5 in. That's 1.9 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Tobermory receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 101in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 26in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 27km/hFebWind Speed: 28km/hMarWind Speed: 25km/hAprWind Speed: 23km/hMayWind Speed: 19km/hJunWind Speed: 19km/hJulWind Speed: 17km/hAugWind Speed: 18km/hSepWind Speed: 20km/hOctWind Speed: 25km/hNovWind Speed: 29km/hDecWind Speed: 29km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17mphFebWind Speed: 17mphMarWind Speed: 16mphAprWind Speed: 14mphMayWind Speed: 12mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 11mphAugWind Speed: 11mphSepWind Speed: 12mphOctWind Speed: 16mphNovWind Speed: 18mphDecWind Speed: 18mph
Wind Speed

Tobermory is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 23km/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 29km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 17km/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 28km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 18km/h in summer, 25km/h in autumn.Tobermory 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 18mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11mph, 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 17mph in winter, 14mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 15mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-3°26°F
Feb-4°26°F
Mar-1°30°F
Apr2°36°F
May6°43°F
Jun11°52°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep17°62°F
Oct11°52°F
Nov5°41°F
Dec0°32°F

The best time to visit Tobermory 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 77 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 Tobermory is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 22°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 Tobermory 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 Tobermory 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 °C30 °F
27 km/h17 mph
88 mm3.5 in
67 cm26 in
Feb
-5 °C22 °F
-1 °C30 °F
28 km/h17 mph
80 mm3.1 in
52 cm20 in
Mar
-2 °C28 °F
1 °C34 °F
25 km/h16 mph
86 mm3.4 in
28 cm11 in
Apr
1 °C34 °F
4 °C39 °F
23 km/h14 mph
105 mm4.1 in
19 cm8 in
May
5 °C41 °F
8 °C46 °F
19 km/h12 mph
64 mm2.5 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
10 °C50 °F
13 °C55 °F
19 km/h11 mph
74 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C61 °F
19 °C65 °F
17 km/h11 mph
71 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C65 °F
20 °C69 °F
18 km/h11 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C60 °F
18 °C64 °F
20 km/h12 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
10 °C50 °F
13 °C55 °F
25 km/h16 mph
111 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C38 °F
7 °C44 °F
29 km/h18 mph
99 mm3.9 in
26 cm10 in
Dec
-2 °C29 °F
2 °C36 °F
29 km/h18 mph
105 mm4.1 in
63 cm25 in