City in Nova Scotia, Canada
Halifax weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Halifax
Jun–Sep is warm with festivals and boat tours; Jul–Aug is busiest. Oct has fall colours; Nov–Mar is cold, wet and windy.
Halifax weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan0°107 mm
- Feb0°104 mm
- Mar2°101 mm
- Apr7°105 mm
- May11°100 mm
- Jun16°109 mm
- Jul20°85 mm
- Aug21°90 mm
- Sep19°97 mm
- Oct14°135 mm
- Nov8°126 mm
- Dec3°141 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C32°F | -6°C21°F | 107 mm | 88% | Freezing |
| February | 0°C32°F | -6°C21°F | 104 mm | 86% | Freezing |
| March | 2°C36°F | -3°C26°F | 101 mm | 82% | Freezing |
| April | 7°C44°F | 0°C33°F | 105 mm | 84% | Cold |
| May | 11°C53°F | 5°C41°F | 100 mm | 86% | Cool |
| June | 16°C61°F | 10°C50°F | 109 mm | 87% | Cool |
| July | 20°C68°F | 15°C58°F | 85 mm | 88% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C70°F | 15°C60°F | 90 mm | 87% | Pleasant |
| September | 19°C65°F | 13°C55°F | 97 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| October | 14°C56°F | 8°C47°F | 135 mm | 84% | Cool |
| November | 8°C47°F | 3°C37°F | 126 mm | 85% | Cold |
| December | 3°C38°F | -2°C28°F | 141 mm | 86% | Cold |
Best months across Canada
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Vancouver | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Montreal | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Banff | Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Niagara Falls | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Quebec City | Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Whistler | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Jul (22°C) |
| Ottawa | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Calgary | Jun–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Victoria | May–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Jasper | Jun–Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Halifax | Jun–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Tofino | Jun–Sep, Nov–Dec | Aug (18°C) |
| Edmonton | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Kelowna | Jun–Sep | Jul (30°C) |
| Yellowknife | Feb–Mar, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Mont-Tremblant | Jan–Mar, Sep–Oct | Jul (24°C) |
| Prince Edward Island | Jun–Sep | Aug (22°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Halifax?
Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep is warm with festivals and boat tours; Jul–Aug is busiest. Oct has fall colours; Nov–Mar is cold, wet and windy.
When is the rainy season in Halifax?
Rain peaks in December with about 141 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Halifax?
August, with average highs of 21°C (70°F).
How cold does Halifax get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -6°C (21°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Halifax Transit
- Halifax Stanfield Airport
- Nova Scotia Health
- Discover Halifax
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.