Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada Climate Change Severity

33
Moderate
The current climate change severity in Cape Breton is Moderate, with a -28.8% improvement in the climate score compared to last 15 years. This suggests improved conditions, with more favorable environmental indicators and a reduction in negative impacts.
Data: Jan. to Jul. (Historical Vs 2025) - Weather Data Only
Low
020
Moderate
40
High
60
Very High
80
Extreme
100


Cape Breton Weather Condition Changes (Historic Vs 2025)

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Historic
2025

Over the past 15 year(s), Cape Breton temperature has changed by around +14.2%, and has experienced notable climate changes.

Sunny
Cloudy
Rainy
Snowy
Misty
Data: Jan. to Jul. (Historical Vs 2025)

Comparison of Weather Condition (Historic Vs 2025)

HistoricDays

Year 2025Days

Change

sunnySunny
1910
-47.3%

cloudyCloudy
4832
-33.3%

rainyRainy
8172
-11.1%

snowySnowy
1717
0%

mistyMisty
014
100%

Disclaimer: Other weather conditions not shown may affect the total day count.

Climate Change Indicators:

Over the past 15 years, Cape Breton has experienced measurable improvements in key climate parameters, contributing to the current severity score of 33 (within the Moderate severity category). This suggests improving climate conditions compared to previous years. Here’s a breakdown of the specific changes observed:

Severity Score

33/100


Moderate

Low
020
Moderate
40
High
60
Very High
80
Extreme
100

From 2010 to 2025, Cape Breton experienced significant changes:

Temperature change of

+0.6 °C


Variation in annual rainfall

+17.1 %


Change in average humidity

-4.9 %


PM2.5 levels surged by

-17.5 %


Heatwave changed by

-5 day(s)


Coldwave changed by

-5.5 day(s)


Wind speeds changed by

-1.2 km/h


These indicators show reduced climate volatility, offering a valuable window to reinforce sustainable practices and strengthen long-term climate resilience. As the severity shifts toward Moderate, it is important to maintain momentum in climate adaptation efforts.

Check how we calculate Climate Change Severity
Based on data from Jan. to Jul.

Cape Breton Weather Forecast 30 Days (August - September 2025)
Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada


Condition
Temperature IconTemperature
Humidity Iconhumi.
Wind IconWind Speed
Fri. 8, Aug.
sunnySunny

Temperature Icon30°/14°

Humidity Icon59%

Wind Icon13km/h
Sat. 9, Aug.
sunnySunny

Temperature Icon31°/15°

Humidity Icon74%

Wind Icon12km/h
Sun. 10, Aug.
partly cloudyPartly Cloudy

Temperature Icon29°/15°

Humidity Icon75%

Wind Icon19km/h
Mon. 11, Aug.
overcastOvercast

Temperature Icon27°/16°

Humidity Icon83%

Wind Icon19km/h
Tue. 12, Aug.
sunnySunny

Temperature Icon27°/15°

Humidity Icon71%

Wind Icon18km/h
Wed. 13, Aug.
partly cloudyPartly Cloudy

Temperature Icon28°/17°

Humidity Icon87%

Wind Icon17km/h
Thu. 14, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon29°/17°

Humidity Icon80%

Wind Icon16km/h
Fri. 15, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon26°/19°

Humidity Icon87%

Wind Icon19km/h
Sat. 16, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon24°/16°

Humidity Icon79%

Wind Icon23km/h
Sun. 17, Aug.
sunnySunny

Temperature Icon18°/12°

Humidity Icon70%

Wind Icon19km/h
Mon. 18, Aug.
sunnySunny

Temperature Icon26°/11°

Humidity Icon69%

Wind Icon21km/h
Tue. 19, Aug.
sunnySunny

Temperature Icon29°/16°

Humidity Icon68%

Wind Icon20km/h
Wed. 20, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon27°/19°

Humidity Icon86%

Wind Icon16km/h
Thu. 21, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon18°/17°

Humidity Icon97%

Wind Icon15km/h
Fri. 22, Aug.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon23°/16°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon21km/h
Sat. 23, Aug.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon22°/16°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon23km/h
Sun. 24, Aug.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon22°/15°

Humidity Icon79%

Wind Icon22km/h
Mon. 25, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain possible

Temperature Icon22°/15°

Humidity Icon79%

Wind Icon19km/h
Tue. 26, Aug.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon22°/15°

Humidity Icon80%

Wind Icon22km/h
Wed. 27, Aug.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon22°/15°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon24km/h
Thu. 28, Aug.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon22°/15°

Humidity Icon76%

Wind Icon20km/h
Fri. 29, Aug.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon21°/14°

Humidity Icon77%

Wind Icon24km/h
Sat. 30, Aug.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon22°/15°

Humidity Icon80%

Wind Icon25km/h
Sun. 31, Aug.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon22°/15°

Humidity Icon79%

Wind Icon23km/h
Mon. 1, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon20°/14°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon20km/h
Tue. 2, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon21°/13°

Humidity Icon80%

Wind Icon21km/h
Wed. 3, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon21°/14°

Humidity Icon81%

Wind Icon21km/h
Thu. 4, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon21°/15°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon21km/h
Fri. 5, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon21°/14°

Humidity Icon79%

Wind Icon23km/h
Sat. 6, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon21°/14°

Humidity Icon80%

Wind Icon23km/h
Sun. 7, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon21°/14°

Humidity Icon78%

Wind Icon26km/h

Highest & Lowest Weather Forecasts

TemperatureTemperature

High will be onSat. 9, Aug.

30.9°C


Low will be onMon. 18, Aug.

10.9°C

HumidityHumidity

High will be onThu. 21, Aug.

97%


Low will be onFri. 8, Aug.

59%

Wind SpeedWind Speed

High will be onSun. 7, Sep.

26.3km/h


Low will be onSat. 9, Aug.

11.9km/h

PrecipitationPrecipitation

High will be onSat. 30, Aug.

14.8mm


Low will be onWed. 13, Aug.

0.01mm

Ultraviolet IndexUV

High will be onWed. 13, Aug.

6


Low will be onTue. 12, Aug.

0.2