Barometric Pressure in Nelson, Canada 
1017 hPa
15.6 ℃
26%
2.64 m/s
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The average pressure in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada today is , which is considered normal. Pressure is trending falling.
Weather prediction: Rain at times, very unsettled
Rapid Pressure Changes
Rapid pressure changes detected in Nelson, often a sign of approaching weather shifts. See the forecast chart or get pressure alerts.
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The daily total fluctuation in pressure in Nelson is , with a low of and a high of .
Forecast
Hourly Pressure Trends
Track the barometric pressure in Nelson hour by hour across the next 6 hourly readings.
Nelson gets many weather systems from the Pacific Ocean. Low pressure systems often bring clouds, rain, or snow, especially in fall and winter. High pressure can bring clear skies and calm air. In winter, cold air may settle in the valleys during periods of high pressure, causing fog and colder temperatures.
The Selkirk Mountains strongly shape Nelson’s weather. They force moist air to rise, which can cause more rain and snow in nearby mountain areas. Kootenay Lake helps keep temperatures from changing too quickly. The mountains also block some weather systems, so conditions can change over short distances.
Summers are usually warm and fairly dry, with cool nights. Spring is mild but can bring rain and sudden temperature changes. Fall often becomes wetter as Pacific storms return. Winters are cold, with snow in the mountains and regular snow or rain in town. Nelson has a mild mountain climate compared with higher areas nearby, but its weather can change quickly.
(72 km)