Climate Insights for Upper Burnside

Colchester County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
July
25°C peak77°F peak
Coldest
February
-9°C low16°F low
Wettest
November
124 mm rain4.9 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Upper Burnside is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,225 mm of precipitation falls per year. Upper Burnside receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Upper Burnside 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. Upper Burnside experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Upper Burnside is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 48.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Upper Burnside receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Upper Burnside 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 16°F. Upper Burnside experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -8°FebMax: 1°Average: -4°Min: -9°MarMax: 5°Average: 0°Min: -4°AprMax: 10°Average: 5°Min: 0°MayMax: 16°Average: 10°Min: 5°JunMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 10°JulMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 15°AugMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 14°SepMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 11°OctMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 5°NovMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: 0°DecMax: 2°Average: -2°Min: -5°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°FAverage: 25°FMin: 17°FFebMax: 33°FAverage: 24°FMin: 16°FMarMax: 40°FAverage: 31°FMin: 24°FAprMax: 50°FAverage: 40°FMin: 32°FMayMax: 60°FAverage: 50°FMin: 40°FJunMax: 70°FAverage: 60°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 69°FAverage: 59°FMin: 51°FOctMax: 59°FAverage: 49°FMin: 42°FNovMax: 46°FAverage: 38°FMin: 32°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 29°FMin: 22°F
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Temperatures in Upper Burnside vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°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 Upper Burnside vary considerably across the year, with a 61°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 77°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 16°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: 119mmSnow: 56mmFebPrecipitation: 121mmSnow: 54mmMarPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 46mmAprPrecipitation: 104mmSnow: 25mmMayPrecipitation: 74mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 124mmSnow: 21mmDecPrecipitation: 120mmSnow: 33mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 22inFebPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 21inMarPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 18inAprPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 10inMayPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 13in
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Upper Burnside is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,225 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 102 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 124 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 74 mm. That's 50 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. Upper Burnside receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 237cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 56cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Upper Burnside is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 48.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 4.9 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 2.9 in. That's 2 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. Upper Burnside receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 93in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 22in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 15km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Upper Burnside is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 15km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Upper Burnside is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 9mph, 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph 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 9mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-4°25°F
Feb-4°24°F
Mar0°31°F
Apr5°40°F
May10°50°F
Jun15°60°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct10°49°F
Nov4°38°F
Dec-2°29°F

The best time to visit Upper Burnside 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 86 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 Upper Burnside 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 3.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 16°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 Upper Burnside 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 Upper Burnside 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
-8 °C17 °F
0 °C32 °F
14 km/h9 mph
119 mm4.7 in
56 cm22 in
Feb
-9 °C16 °F
1 °C33 °F
15 km/h9 mph
121 mm4.7 in
54 cm21 in
Mar
-4 °C24 °F
5 °C40 °F
15 km/h9 mph
101 mm4 in
46 cm18 in
Apr
0 °C32 °F
10 °C50 °F
14 km/h9 mph
104 mm4.1 in
25 cm10 in
May
5 °C40 °F
16 °C60 °F
13 km/h8 mph
74 mm2.9 in
1 cm1 in
Jun
10 °C51 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h8 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C58 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
24 °C76 °F
11 km/h7 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C51 °F
20 °C69 °F
12 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C42 °F
15 °C59 °F
12 km/h8 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
0 °C32 °F
8 °C46 °F
14 km/h9 mph
124 mm4.9 in
21 cm8 in
Dec
-5 °C22 °F
2 °C36 °F
15 km/h9 mph
120 mm4.7 in
33 cm13 in