Caribou-Munroes Island Provincial Park

Park Small island provincial park in Nova Scotia

Small offshore park in Nova Scotia, Caribou-Munroes Island Provincial Park offers shoreline walks, seabird viewing and boat access for kayakers and anglers.

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Caribou-Munroes Island Provincial Park
45.7237, -62.6525

How to Get to Caribou-Munroes Island Provincial Park #

Access typically by private boat from mainland marinas in the surrounding county. Check Nova Scotia provincial park maps for exact island coordinates and landing recommendations.

Tips for Visiting Caribou-Munroes Island Provincial Park #

  • Pack a picnic and plan for a short visit-many island parks are day-use only and have limited facilities.
  • Observe shoreline nesting regulations during bird season and avoid disturbing sensitive habitats.
  • If approaching by private boat, check tide and current conditions and leave no trace.

Best Time to Visit Caribou-Munroes Island Provincial Park #

Best visited in summer for access and calm water; islands are generally seasonal and quieter outside mid-summer.

Summer
June-August · 60-75°F (16-24°C)
Best for boating, short hikes and shoreline exploration; calm seas more likely.
Late spring-early fall
May-September · 50-70°F (10-21°C)
Pleasant weather for day trips and wildlife viewing.

Weather & Climate near Caribou-Munroes Island Provincial Park #

Climate

Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -11°C to 23°C. Abundant rainfall (1209 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-11° -2°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -2°

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-7°

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 23°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 23°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (133 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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