Weather in December in Nova Scotia
Are you planning a trip a to Nova Scotia in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Nova Scotia in December?
Nova Scotia is a region in Canada. December in Nova Scotia generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 2°C in Margaree Valley to 6°C in Yarmouth. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C in Yarmouth and -5°C in Margaree Valley. In many regions in Canada, December is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nova Scotia, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Amherst with an average of 119 mm to heavy snow/rainfall in Birch Plain with 182 mm. Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Halifax.Average sunshine
The city Halifax usually sees around 108 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Nova Scotia climate page.
Where to go in Nova Scotia in December
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Canada, check out our Nova Scotia's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Nova Scotia?
Halifax
In December Halifax generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Lunenburg
In December Lunenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Baddeck
In December Baddeck generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Pictou
In December Pictou generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Digby
In December Digby generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Nova Scotia, in Canada.
Is December the best time to visit Nova Scotia?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Nova Scotia with often poor weather in Halifax.
Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Halifax. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Nova Scotia.
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