The best times to visit Annapolis Royal for ideal weather are

June 4th to October 14th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Annapolis Royal Travel Info

Weather in Annapolis Royal

Temperature

Average temperatures in Annapolis Royal vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Annapolis Royal, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 80.8°F (27.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 57.8°F (14.3°C) at night.

Annapolis Royal Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Annapolis Royal Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

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Annapolis Royal Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Annapolis Royal Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 32.9 23.4 15.3
Feb 32.5 23.1 14.6
Mar 41.4 30.3 21.2
Apr 53.8 41.5 31.1
May 65.5 52.2 41.3
Jun 72.3 59.8 49.8
Jul 79.8 67.2 57
Aug 78.2 65.8 55.8
Sep 71.1 58.9 48.6
Oct 59.1 48.3 39.3
Nov 48.4 39.1 31.2
Dec 39.4 31 23.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.5 -4.8 -9.3
Feb 0.3 -4.9 -9.7
Mar 5.2 -0.9 -6
Apr 12.1 5.3 -0.5
May 18.6 11.2 5.2
Jun 22.4 15.4 9.9
Jul 26.6 19.6 13.9
Aug 25.7 18.8 13.2
Sep 21.7 14.9 9.2
Oct 15.1 9.1 4.1
Nov 9.1 3.9 -0.4
Dec 4.1 -0.6 -4.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Annapolis Royal are October, August, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late September. For example, on the week of September 17th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid December with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of December 10th.

When can you find snow in Annapolis Royal? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early to mid April. The best time to ski (if at all) in Annapolis Royal is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Annapolis Royal.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Annapolis Royal (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 40% 6 8.8
Feb 28% 11 4.7
Mar 28% 8.6 4.1
Apr 29% 6.6 4.6
May 24% 0 3
Jun 27% 0 5.7
Jul 23% 0 5.5
Aug 21% 0 4.4
Sep 22% 0 4.6
Oct 20% 1.5 5.4
Nov 24% 0.9 5.1
Dec 44% 1.6 9.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 40 15.2 22.4
Feb 28 27.9 11.9
Mar 28 21.8 10.4
Apr 29 16.8 11.7
May 24 0 7.6
Jun 27 0 14.5
Jul 23 0 14
Aug 21 0 11.2
Sep 22 0 11.7
Oct 20 3.8 13.7
Nov 24 2.3 13
Dec 44 4.1 24.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Annapolis Royal has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (66.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (86.3%).

Wind in Annapolis Royal is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and December. March’s average wind speed of around 3.8 knots (4.3 MPH or 7 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 7.4 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Annapolis Royal.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Feb 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.2 Light breeze
Mar 3.8 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Apr 3.7 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
May 3.2 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Jun 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Jul 2.7 Barely noticeable 5 Light breeze
Aug 2.7 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Sep 2.6 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Oct 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Nov 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.2 Light breeze
Dec 3.6 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 83.7%
Feb 79.8%
Mar 67.4%
Apr 66.6%
May 67.8%
Jun 73.5%
Jul 75.1%
Aug 76.5%
Sep 79%
Oct 80.4%
Nov 82.1%
Dec 86.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Annapolis Royal?

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The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Annapolis Royal, NS, Canada is July, followed by August and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Annapolis Royal in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 51.6 in December means 51.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Annapolis Royal Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.3°F (20.7°C) and 35.3°F (1.8°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 6 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Annapolis Royal, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 75.3°F (24.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 7 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Annapolis Royal to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 8 to 14 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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