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
Tue. 19, Aug.
cloudyCloudy

Temperature Icon19°/14°

Humidity Icon62%

Wind Icon32km/h
Wed. 20, Aug.
cloudyCloudy

Temperature Icon19°/11°

Humidity Icon65%

Wind Icon18km/h
Thu. 21, Aug.
partly cloudyPartly Cloudy

Temperature Icon19°/12°

Humidity Icon73%

Wind Icon13km/h
Fri. 22, Aug.
sunnySunny

Temperature Icon20°/11°

Humidity Icon69%

Wind Icon18km/h
Sat. 23, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon19°/13°

Humidity Icon69%

Wind Icon18km/h
Sun. 24, Aug.
partly cloudyPartly Cloudy

Temperature Icon25°/14°

Humidity Icon68%

Wind Icon26km/h
Mon. 25, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon24°/17°

Humidity Icon78%

Wind Icon29km/h
Tue. 26, Aug.
moderate rainModerate rain

Temperature Icon25°/19°

Humidity Icon90%

Wind Icon33km/h
Wed. 27, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon24°/14°

Humidity Icon73%

Wind Icon21km/h
Thu. 28, Aug.
sunnySunny

Temperature Icon21°/12°

Humidity Icon66%

Wind Icon18km/h
Fri. 29, Aug.
partly cloudyPartly Cloudy

Temperature Icon20°/13°

Humidity Icon67%

Wind Icon10km/h
Sat. 30, Aug.
moderate rainModerate rain

Temperature Icon21°/13°

Humidity Icon96%

Wind Icon22km/h
Sun. 31, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon22°/16°

Humidity Icon78%

Wind Icon18km/h
Mon. 1, Sep.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon23°/17°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon10km/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
Mon. 8, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon21°/14°

Humidity Icon80%

Wind Icon22km/h
Tue. 9, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon20°/14°

Humidity Icon81%

Wind Icon20km/h
Wed. 10, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon20°/14°

Humidity Icon80%

Wind Icon20km/h
Thu. 11, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon19°/13°

Humidity Icon84%

Wind Icon25km/h
Sat. 13, Sep.
heavy rain at timesHeavy rain at times

Temperature Icon20°/13°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon19km/h
Sun. 14, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon21°/14°

Humidity Icon84%

Wind Icon20km/h
Mon. 15, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon19°/13°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon21km/h
Tue. 16, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon18°/12°

Humidity Icon80%

Wind Icon24km/h
Wed. 17, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon18°/11°

Humidity Icon76%

Wind Icon25km/h
Thu. 18, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon19°/12°

Humidity Icon80%

Wind Icon22km/h

Highest & Lowest Weather Forecasts

TemperatureTemperature

High will be onSun. 24, Aug.

24.6°C


Low will be onFri. 22, Aug.

10.5°C

HumidityHumidity

High will be onSat. 30, Aug.

96%


Low will be onTue. 19, Aug.

62%

Wind SpeedWind Speed

High will be onTue. 26, Aug.

32.8km/h


Low will be onFri. 29, Aug.

9.7km/h

PrecipitationPrecipitation

High will be onSat. 30, Aug.

11.6mm


Low will be onFri. 22, Aug.

0.01mm

Ultraviolet IndexUV

High will be onSun. 24, Aug.

5


Low will be onFri. 22, Aug.

0.2