Island Information
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Climate and Weather
The climate on Prince Edward Island is milder than the Canadian mainland because the warm waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence surround it. The average yearly rainfall is 1125.8 mm and the average yearly snowfall is 318.2 cm (Source: Environment Canada, 2009 data). The Island enjoys an average temperature of -7C (19F) in January, and 19C (67F) in July.Summers are quite warm, but rarely humid. Daytime temperatures are usually in the 20s (70s) and can go as high as 32 degrees C. (90 degree F). PEI has more than 800 kms (500 miles) of the warmest beaches north of the Carolinas. Summer days and evenings have a refreshing breeze. July and August are the warmest and driest months.
Spring is comfortable. Late May and June are alive with colour and temperatures range from eight to 22 degrees C. (46 to 71 degrees F.). Lobster fishing is in full swing and farmers are planting and cultivating their crops.
Autumn is clear and bright. September afternoons can be quite warm, evenings cool. Temperatures range from eight to 22 degrees C. (46 to 71 degrees F). The gently rolling landscape quickly assumes crimson colours as the harvest begins and continues until November.
Winters can be cold with temperatures ranging between -3 and -11 degrees C. (11-26 degree F). Snow arrives in November and can remain until April. Winter storms cause frequent school and business closures for brief periods.
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