Climate Insights for Upper Tantallon

Halifax County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
July
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
February
-7°C low19°F low
Wettest
November
123 mm rain4.8 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Upper Tantallon is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,205 mm of precipitation falls per year. Upper Tantallon receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Upper Tantallon is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -7°C. Upper Tantallon experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Upper Tantallon is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 47.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Upper Tantallon receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Upper Tantallon is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 19°F. Upper Tantallon experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -3°Min: -6°FebMax: 1°Average: -3°Min: -7°MarMax: 4°Average: 0°Min: -3°AprMax: 9°Average: 5°Min: 1°MayMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 6°JunMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 11°JulMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 16°AugMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°SepMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 12°OctMax: 15°Average: 11°Min: 7°NovMax: 9°Average: 5°Min: 2°DecMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -4°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°FAverage: 27°FMin: 21°FFebMax: 34°FAverage: 26°FMin: 19°FMarMax: 39°FAverage: 32°FMin: 26°FAprMax: 49°FAverage: 41°FMin: 34°FMayMax: 59°FAverage: 50°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 68°FAverage: 59°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 68°FAverage: 61°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 59°FAverage: 51°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 47°FAverage: 41°FMin: 35°FDecMax: 37°FAverage: 31°FMin: 25°F
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Temperatures in Upper Tantallon vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Upper Tantallon vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 19°F and the daily average is 26°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 121mmSnow: 52mmFebPrecipitation: 114mmSnow: 49mmMarPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 40mmAprPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 19mmMayPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 79mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 123mmSnow: 13mmDecPrecipitation: 121mmSnow: 29mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 20inFebPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 19inMarPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 16inAprPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 8inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 5inDecPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 11in
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Upper Tantallon is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,205 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 123 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 78 mm. That's 45 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 Tantallon receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 204cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 52cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Upper Tantallon is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 47.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 4.8 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 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. Upper Tantallon receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 80in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 20in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 16km/hFebWind Speed: 17km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 17km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Upper Tantallon is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 17km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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 17km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Upper Tantallon 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 11mph, 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 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 10mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-3°27°F
Feb-3°26°F
Mar0°32°F
Apr5°41°F
May10°50°F
Jun15°59°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep16°61°F
Oct11°51°F
Nov5°41°F
Dec-1°31°F

The best time to visit Upper Tantallon is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 85 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -7°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 Tantallon is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 19°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 Tantallon 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 Tantallon 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 °C33 °F
16 km/h10 mph
121 mm4.8 in
52 cm20 in
Feb
-7 °C19 °F
1 °C34 °F
17 km/h10 mph
114 mm4.5 in
49 cm19 in
Mar
-3 °C26 °F
4 °C39 °F
17 km/h11 mph
102 mm4 in
40 cm16 in
Apr
1 °C34 °F
9 °C49 °F
16 km/h10 mph
103 mm4.1 in
19 cm8 in
May
6 °C42 °F
15 °C59 °F
14 km/h8 mph
78 mm3.1 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
20 °C68 °F
13 km/h8 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C60 °F
24 °C75 °F
12 km/h7 mph
79 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C60 °F
24 °C75 °F
12 km/h7 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
20 °C68 °F
13 km/h8 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
15 °C59 °F
14 km/h9 mph
102 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C35 °F
9 °C47 °F
17 km/h10 mph
123 mm4.8 in
13 cm5 in
Dec
-4 °C25 °F
3 °C37 °F
17 km/h10 mph
121 mm4.7 in
29 cm11 in