Charlottetown Weather
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island has four distinct seasons. It is a maritime or oceanic climate.
Summer Temperatures
20°C (or 70°F) to mid 30°C (or 90°F)
With over 800 km of shoreline you’ll find plenty to do whether taking a stroll on the miles of white sand beaches, clam digging on the famous red sand beaches or visiting the marvel of the singing sands at Basin Head beach.
NOTE: Protect the Dunes and the Seaside Wildlife
- Keep all vehicles on roads, and your feet on designated pathways
- Carry out garbage, leave no trace
- Obey signs and zones for protection of wildlife
- Avoid visiting and feeding bird colonies, nests and roosts
Spring /Fall Temperatures
8°C to 22°C (46°F to 72°F)
Winter Temperatures
3°C to - 22°C (25°F to 11°F)
Storm surge, anyone?
Storm surges usually happen in PEI in the late summer and early fall.
The Definition of a storm surge according to the USA Hurricane Board is: "the abnormal rise in water level caused by wind and pressure forces of a hurricane. It can be extremely devastating, and is in fact a major cause of damage from hurricanes. The storm surge itself is caused by the wind and pressure 'pushing' the water into the continental shelf and onto the coastline. “
Click here for any weather advisories issued by Environment Canada.