Climate Insights for West Mabou

Municipality of the County of Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
23°C peak74°F peak
Coldest
February
-8°C low18°F low
Wettest
November
139 mm rain5.5 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in West Mabou is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,271 mm of precipitation falls per year. West Mabou receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. West Mabou 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 -8°C. West Mabou experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in West Mabou is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 50 in of precipitation falls per year. West Mabou receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. West Mabou 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 18°F. West Mabou experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -6°FebMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -8°MarMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -4°AprMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: 0°MayMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 4°JunMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 11°JulMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 16°AugMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 16°SepMax: 19°Average: 16°Min: 12°OctMax: 14°Average: 10°Min: 7°NovMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: 2°DecMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -3°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°FAverage: 26°FMin: 21°FFebMax: 31°FAverage: 25°FMin: 18°FMarMax: 37°FAverage: 30°FMin: 24°FAprMax: 45°FAverage: 38°FMin: 32°FMayMax: 54°FAverage: 46°FMin: 39°FJunMax: 66°FAverage: 58°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 60°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 57°FAverage: 51°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 46°FAverage: 40°FMin: 35°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 31°FMin: 26°F
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Temperatures in West Mabou vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in West Mabou vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 18°F and the daily average is 25°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 126mmSnow: 68mmFebPrecipitation: 113mmSnow: 63mmMarPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 51mmAprPrecipitation: 108mmSnow: 28mmMayPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 116mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 139mmSnow: 16mmDecPrecipitation: 132mmSnow: 51mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 27inFebPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 25inMarPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 20inAprPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 11inMayPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 5.5inSnow (in): 6inDecPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 20in
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Snow (in)

West Mabou is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,271 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 106 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 139 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 82 mm. That's 58 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. West Mabou receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 278cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 68cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.West Mabou is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 50 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.2 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.5 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.2 in. That's 2.3 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. West Mabou receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 109in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 27in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 20km/hFebWind Speed: 20km/hMarWind Speed: 19km/hAprWind Speed: 17km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 17km/hNovWind Speed: 20km/hDecWind Speed: 21km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 12mphMarWind Speed: 12mphAprWind Speed: 11mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 12mphDecWind Speed: 13mph
Wind Speed

West Mabou is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/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 20km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.West Mabou is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph 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 12mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-3°26°F
Feb-4°25°F
Mar-1°30°F
Apr3°38°F
May8°46°F
Jun14°58°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct10°51°F
Nov4°40°F
Dec-1°31°F

The best time to visit West Mabou 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 88 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°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 West Mabou is during 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 3.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 18°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 West Mabou 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 West Mabou 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
0 °C32 °F
20 km/h12 mph
126 mm4.9 in
68 cm27 in
Feb
-8 °C18 °F
0 °C31 °F
20 km/h12 mph
113 mm4.4 in
63 cm25 in
Mar
-4 °C24 °F
3 °C37 °F
19 km/h12 mph
100 mm3.9 in
51 cm20 in
Apr
0 °C32 °F
7 °C45 °F
17 km/h11 mph
108 mm4.3 in
28 cm11 in
May
4 °C39 °F
12 °C54 °F
15 km/h10 mph
82 mm3.2 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
11 °C51 °F
19 °C66 °F
15 km/h9 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C60 °F
23 °C74 °F
13 km/h8 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C60 °F
23 °C74 °F
14 km/h9 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
19 °C67 °F
16 km/h10 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
14 °C57 °F
17 km/h10 mph
116 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C35 °F
8 °C46 °F
20 km/h12 mph
139 mm5.5 in
16 cm6 in
Dec
-3 °C26 °F
2 °C36 °F
21 km/h13 mph
132 mm5.2 in
51 cm20 in