Nova Scotia Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nova Scotia, Canada in August.

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Halifax Lunenburg Baddeck Pictou

Thinking about venturing to Nova Scotia, Canada this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Nova Scotia in August

Nova Scotia, Canada is a region in Canada. August in Nova Scotia generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Yarmouth at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Caledonia at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Caledonia and 14°C (57°F) in Yarmouth. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Nova Scotia, Canada.

For specific regional insights in Nova Scotia, Canada, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Amherst with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Baddeck with 119 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Halifax gets approximately 226 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Nova Scotia in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Nova Scotia

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Nova Scotia, Canada?

Temperature range in Nova Scotia (August)

Precipitation variation in Nova Scotia (August)

Halifax

In August Halifax generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
226 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Halifax →

Lunenburg

In August Lunenburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
226 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Lunenburg →

Baddeck

In August Baddeck generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Baddeck →

Pictou

In August Pictou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
221 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Pictou →

Digby

In August Digby generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Digby →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nova Scotia in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Halifax 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Lunenburg 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Baddeck 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Pictou 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Digby 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Truro 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

Nova Scotia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nova Scotia, Canada in August?

August in Nova Scotia, Canada brings perfect weather. In Halifax, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Nova Scotia, Canada in August?

Average temperatures in Nova Scotia, Canada during August range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Halifax.

Does Nova Scotia, Canada get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Halifax averages just 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Nova Scotia, Canada.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Nova Scotia, Canada?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Nova Scotia, Canada. Typically, the climate in Halifax is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Nova Scotia, Canada is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Halifax. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.

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