Climate Insights for Union Centre

Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
July
25°C peak77°F peak
Coldest
February
-9°C low15°F low
Wettest
November
119 mm rain4.7 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Union Centre is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,188 mm of precipitation falls per year. Union Centre receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Union Centre is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Union Centre experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Union Centre is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 46.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Union Centre receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Union Centre is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 15°F. Union Centre experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -9°FebMax: 1°Average: -5°Min: -9°MarMax: 4°Average: -1°Min: -5°AprMax: 10°Average: 4°Min: 0°MayMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 4°JunMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 11°JulMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 15°AugMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 14°SepMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 10°OctMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 5°NovMax: 8°Average: 3°Min: 0°DecMax: 2°Average: -2°Min: -6°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°FAverage: 24°FMin: 16°FFebMax: 33°FAverage: 24°FMin: 15°FMarMax: 40°FAverage: 31°FMin: 24°FAprMax: 49°FAverage: 40°FMin: 32°FMayMax: 60°FAverage: 49°FMin: 40°FJunMax: 70°FAverage: 60°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 69°FAverage: 59°FMin: 51°FOctMax: 58°FAverage: 49°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 46°FAverage: 38°FMin: 32°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 29°FMin: 22°F
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Temperatures in Union Centre vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Union Centre vary considerably across the year, with a 62°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 15°F and the daily average is 24°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 116mmSnow: 62mmFebPrecipitation: 113mmSnow: 59mmMarPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 49mmAprPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 29mmMayPrecipitation: 73mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 119mmSnow: 24mmDecPrecipitation: 114mmSnow: 40mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 24inFebPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 23inMarPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 19inAprPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 11inMayPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 10inDecPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 16in
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Snow (in)

Union Centre is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,188 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 99 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 119 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 73 mm. That's 46 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. Union Centre receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 265cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 62cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Union Centre is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 4.7 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 2.9 in. That's 1.8 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. Union Centre receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 104in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 24in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 16km/hMarWind Speed: 16km/hAprWind Speed: 15km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Union Centre is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 16km/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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h 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 15km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Union Centre is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 10mph, 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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph 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 10mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-4°24°F
Feb-5°24°F
Mar-1°31°F
Apr4°40°F
May10°49°F
Jun15°60°F
Jul20°67°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct10°49°F
Nov3°38°F
Dec-2°29°F

The best time to visit Union Centre 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 -9°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 Union Centre 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 3.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 15°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 Union Centre 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 Union Centre 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
-9 °C16 °F
0 °C32 °F
15 km/h9 mph
116 mm4.6 in
62 cm24 in
Feb
-9 °C15 °F
1 °C33 °F
16 km/h10 mph
113 mm4.5 in
59 cm23 in
Mar
-5 °C24 °F
4 °C40 °F
16 km/h10 mph
96 mm3.8 in
49 cm19 in
Apr
0 °C32 °F
10 °C49 °F
15 km/h9 mph
98 mm3.9 in
29 cm11 in
May
4 °C40 °F
15 °C60 °F
13 km/h8 mph
73 mm2.9 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
11 °C51 °F
21 °C70 °F
13 km/h8 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h7 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
24 °C76 °F
12 km/h7 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C51 °F
20 °C69 °F
13 km/h8 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
15 °C58 °F
13 km/h8 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
0 °C32 °F
8 °C46 °F
15 km/h9 mph
119 mm4.7 in
24 cm10 in
Dec
-6 °C22 °F
2 °C36 °F
15 km/h10 mph
114 mm4.5 in
40 cm16 in