Halifax Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Halifax’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United Kingdom.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Halifax, temperatures can shift dramatically between pleasant in summer and cold in winter. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July to a cold 7°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 2°C in February.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Halifax by month:
The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest. July, the city’s warmest month, boasts 175 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, sees about 87 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 16 days. It records 66 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in the United Kingdom Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United Kingdom. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Halifax Temperatures Compared World Wide
Halifax’s average annual maximum temperature is 13°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Halifax’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Halifax climate page.
Current temperature in Halifax
