Halifax Climate by Month
The temperature in Halifax can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from pleasant
to cold.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Halifax. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July to a chilly 7°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 2°C in February.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Halifax has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1040 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The wettest period in Halifax occurs in December, which receives around 97 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, May, Halifax experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 75 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Halifax, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.7 hours per average day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Halifax in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 97 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 75 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 175 hours of sunshine.
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