When planning a visit to Nova Scotia in Canada, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 1°C (34°F) in January up to 23°C (73°F) during the peak of August. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Halifax, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In Nova Scotia, the months of July, August and September bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 20°C (68°F) and 23°C (73°F).
The colder weather is most prominent in the months of January, February, March, April, November and December.
When it comes to rainfall, Nova Scotia experiences moderate variations in precipitation across the seasons. You can expect around 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain in December, dropping to 91 mm (3.6 in) in May.
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.
