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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Nelson month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Nelson are typically May, June and September, with average daytime highs around 20–24°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 30°C), February the coldest (average low -5°C), and November the wettest (about 108 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2.3 | -4.1 | 85 | 4.0 |
| February | 2.8 | -5.1 | 75 | 5.8 |
| March | 8.5 | -1.1 | 75 | 7.8 |
| April | 13.1 | 2.2 | 62 | 9.8 |
| May | 20.3 | 7.3 | 74 | 11.4 |
| June | 24.1 | 11.2 | 77 | 12.7 |
| July | 29.4 | 15.3 | 34 | 14.4 |
| August | 29.5 | 15.6 | 39 | 12.5 |
| September | 23.5 | 11.9 | 48 | 10.1 |
| October | 14.1 | 5.7 | 87 | 7.1 |
| November | 6.4 | 1.4 | 108 | 4.0 |
| December | 2.1 | -2.9 | 101 | 3.5 |
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01 · OverviewNelson, in brief
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02 · HistoryHow Nelson took shape
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03 · VisitVisiting Nelson
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04 · Food & cultureFood and everyday culture in Nelson
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05 · ArtsArts and cultural life in Nelson
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06 · EconomyWork and the economy in Nelson
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Nelson
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about Nelson
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nelson
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01 · Q&AWhere is Nelson located and what are its coordinates?
Nelson is situated in Canada at geographic coordinates 49.4999, -117.2855, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Nelson?
Nelson has a recorded population of approximately 10,664 and observes the America/Vancouver time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Nelson?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Nelson include EN-CA, FR-CA, IU, with CAD used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Nelson?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Nelson, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.