Weather in February in Nova Scotia
Planning a journey to Nova Scotia this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Nova Scotia in February?
Nova Scotia is a region in Canada. February in Nova Scotia generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is very cold in Chéticamp at -2°C and cold in Shelburne at 3°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -7°C in Shelburne and -10°C in Chéticamp. In many regions in Canada, February 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.For a closer look at conditions across Nova Scotia, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Amherst with an average of 95 mm to high snowfall in Birch Plain with 148 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 129 hours of sunlight anticipated in Halifax. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a more detailed look at Nova Scotia's conditions throughout the year, check out our Nova Scotia climate page.
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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 February for the 5 most popular destinations in Nova Scotia?
Halifax
In February Halifax generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Lunenburg
In February Lunenburg generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Baddeck
In February Baddeck generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Pictou
In February Pictou generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Digby
In February Digby generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°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 February the best time to visit Nova Scotia?
In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Nova Scotia due to the typically poor weather in Halifax.
Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Halifax. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Nova Scotia.
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