North Sydney, Nova Scotia climate data is summarized below. Average annual temperatures range from 38.5 °F (low) to 47.8 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 38.2 Inches. North Sydney is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 6a. The growing season typically runs from the last frost around May 21 - May 31 through the first frost around Oct. 21 - Oct. 31.
| Month | Avg. Low | Avg. High | Avg. Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -21.2 °F | -18.3 °F | 1397 in. |
| February | -21.9 °F | -18.9 °F | 1422.4 in. |
| March | -20.6 °F | -17.8 °F | 1295.4 in. |
| April | -18.4 °F | -15.6 °F | 1930.4 in. |
| May | -15.6 °F | -12.6 °F | 1854.2 in. |
| June | -12.9 °F | -9.8 °F | 2159 in. |
| July | -10 °F | -6.7 °F | 1600.2 in. |
| August | -9.2 °F | -6.1 °F | 2159 in. |
| September | -11 °F | -7.9 °F | 2286 in. |
| October | -13.4 °F | -11 °F | 2667 in. |
| November | -16.2 °F | -13.8 °F | 2743.2 in. |
| December | -18.9 °F | -16.3 °F | 3124.2 in. |
| Annual | 38.5 °F | 47.8 °F | 38.18 in. |
| Average First Frost Date | Oct. 21 - Oct. 31 |
| Average Last Frost Date | May 21 - May 31 |
| Average Days With Frost | 150-180 Days |
| Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 6a : -10°F to -5°F |
| Current Drought Conditions | Normal |