Best time to visit Nova Scotia

Q: When is the best time to visit Nova Scotia?

The best time to visit Nova Scotia (Halifax) is July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Nova Scotia?

The hottest time of year in Halifax, Nova Scotia is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 22°C.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Nova Scotia?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Halifax, Nova Scotia with 160mm on average. There are normally 15 days in December with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Nova Scotia?

The sunniest time of year in Halifax, Nova Scotia is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 49% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Nova Scotia?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Halifax, Nova Scotia in August when the water temperature reaches 17°C.

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When is the best time to visit Nova Scotia?

The best time to visit Nova Scotia (Halifax) is July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the hottest month in Nova Scotia?

The hottest time of year in Halifax, Nova Scotia is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 22°C.

Which month has the most rain in Nova Scotia?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Halifax, Nova Scotia with 160mm on average. There are normally 15 days in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Nova Scotia?

The sunniest time of year in Halifax, Nova Scotia is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 49% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Nova Scotia?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Halifax, Nova Scotia in August when the water temperature reaches 17°C.