Climate Insights for Wentworth Lake
Region of Queens Municipality, Nova Scotia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Wentworth Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1,228 mm of precipitation falls per year. Wentworth Lake receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wentworth Lake 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 -6°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 182cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Wentworth Lake is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 48.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Wentworth Lake receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wentworth Lake 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 21°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 71in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Wentworth Lake vary considerably across the year, with a 31°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 -6°C and the daily average is -2°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 Wentworth Lake vary considerably across the year, with a 56°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 69°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 21°F and the daily average is 28°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
Wentworth Lake is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,228 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 102 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 128 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 77 mm. That's 51 mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 182cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 47cm.Wentworth Lake is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 48.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3 in. That's 2 in less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 71in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 19in.
Wind
Wentworth Lake 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 16km/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 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 15km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Wentworth Lake 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 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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
The best time to visit Wentworth Lake is during June, 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 -6°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 Wentworth Lake is during June, 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 3.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 21°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 Wentworth Lake 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 Wentworth Lake 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.