Lunenburg Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Lunenburg is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to very cold in the cooler months.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Lunenburg, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in August to a very cold 2°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -7°C in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Lunenburg experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1477 mm of precipitation annually. The wettest period in Lunenburg occurs in December, which receives around 152 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, August, Lunenburg experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 96 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Lunenburg, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 3.5 hours per average day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Lunenburg.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 76%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Lunenburg in Canada
During the months of July, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 152 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 96 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 235 hours of sunshine.
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