Climate Insights for Woodlawn

Municipality of the District of Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hottest
August
25°C peak77°F peak
Coldest
February
-5°C low23°F low
Wettest
January
131 mm rain5.2 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Woodlawn is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1,284 mm of precipitation falls per year. Woodlawn receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Woodlawn 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, December, when temperatures can drop to -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 165cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Woodlawn is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 50.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Woodlawn receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Woodlawn 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, December, when temperatures can drop to 23°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 65in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -4°FebMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -5°MarMax: 6°Average: 2°Min: -2°AprMax: 11°Average: 6°Min: 2°MayMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 6°JunMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 15°AugMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 15°SepMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 12°OctMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 8°NovMax: 10°Average: 6°Min: 2°DecMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -2°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 37°FAverage: 31°FMin: 24°FFebMax: 38°FAverage: 30°FMin: 23°FMarMax: 43°FAverage: 35°FMin: 29°FAprMax: 52°FAverage: 43°FMin: 36°FMayMax: 62°FAverage: 52°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 61°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 62°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 61°FAverage: 53°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 50°FAverage: 43°FMin: 36°FDecMax: 41°FAverage: 34°FMin: 28°F
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Temperatures in Woodlawn vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -1°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 Woodlawn vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 23°F and the daily average is 30°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 131mmSnow: 42mmFebPrecipitation: 126mmSnow: 46mmMarPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 33mmAprPrecipitation: 117mmSnow: 16mmMayPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 5mmDecPrecipitation: 127mmSnow: 22mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 17inFebPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 18inMarPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 13inAprPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 6inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 9in
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Woodlawn is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,284 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 131 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 78 mm. That's 53 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 165cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 46cm.Woodlawn is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 50.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.2 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.1 in. That's 2.1 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 65in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 18in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 16km/hFebWind Speed: 16km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 15km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 16km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Woodlawn 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 17km/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 6km/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 16km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Woodlawn 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. 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 10mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-1°31°F
Feb-1°30°F
Mar2°35°F
Apr6°43°F
May11°52°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul20°67°F
Aug20°67°F
Sep17°62°F
Oct12°53°F
Nov6°43°F
Dec1°34°F

The best time to visit Woodlawn 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 89 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°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 Woodlawn is during June, 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 3.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 23°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 Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn 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
-4 °C24 °F
3 °C37 °F
16 km/h10 mph
131 mm5.2 in
42 cm17 in
Feb
-5 °C23 °F
3 °C38 °F
16 km/h10 mph
126 mm5 in
46 cm18 in
Mar
-2 °C29 °F
6 °C43 °F
17 km/h10 mph
118 mm4.7 in
33 cm13 in
Apr
2 °C36 °F
11 °C52 °F
15 km/h10 mph
117 mm4.6 in
16 cm6 in
May
6 °C44 °F
17 °C62 °F
14 km/h8 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
21 °C71 °F
13 km/h8 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h7 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
22 °C71 °F
12 km/h8 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
16 °C61 °F
13 km/h8 mph
115 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C36 °F
10 °C50 °F
15 km/h10 mph
115 mm4.5 in
5 cm2 in
Dec
-2 °C28 °F
5 °C41 °F
16 km/h10 mph
127 mm5 in
22 cm9 in