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Western Shore Climate by Month

The climate in Western Shore 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 notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Western Shore, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 1°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -8°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Western Shore experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1479 mm of precipitation annually. Year-round, Western Shore has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 152 mm, and the driest month, August, with 97 mm, is minimal.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Western Shore. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.8 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Halifax, Canada (59 KM, 37 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Halifax, Canada (59 KM, 37 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Western Shore 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Western Shore?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Western Shore?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Western Shore?
    December tops the wettest month list with 152 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Western Shore?
    August is the driest month with 97 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Western Shore?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 235 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Western Shore

    Fri   Nov 22
    8°C | 6°C
    E 29 km/h
    6.5 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    9°C | 5°C
    E 29 km/h
    29 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    6°C | 2°C
    W 29 km/h
    5.1 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain