Murray Harbour (PE) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Murray Harbour.
Climate overview of Murray Harbour
Murray Harbour, Prince Edward Island, Canada, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) in August, while winters cool to -2°C (28°F) in February.
With around 1339 mm (53 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Murray Harbour has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed — the city has warm summers and very cold winters. The wettest month is December. The sunniest month is July, with 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Murray Harbour Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Murray Harbour - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Murray Harbour
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Murray Harbour. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -2°C (28°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 18°C (64°F) in August to -9°C (16°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Murray Harbour
Murray Harbour has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1339 mm (53 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Murray Harbour experiences moderate seasonal variation in snow/rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 141 mm (5.6 in) in December, the wettest month, and 84 mm (3.3 in) in July, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Murray Harbour Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Murray Harbour
Murray Harbour can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 8.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in November, with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Best Time to Visit Murray Harbour
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: February, with freezing nights around -9°C (16°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Murray Harbour
What is the best time to visit Murray Harbour?
July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Murray Harbour. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Murray Harbour has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Murray Harbour?
Daytime highs range from -2°C (28°F) in February to 22°C (72°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -9°C (16°F) to 18°C (64°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Murray Harbour get?
Annual rainfall is around 1339 mm (53 in). December is the wettest month with 141 mm (5.6 in), while July is the driest with 84 mm (3.3 in). In the coldest months, precipitation may fall as snow/rain.
How sunny is Murray Harbour?
Murray Harbour receives around 1,853 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 254 hours, while November is the cloudiest with just 64 hours.
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