Nova Scotia weather in February
Considering a trip to Nova Scotia this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
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. In February, it is winter.
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.
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. Halifax enjoys a balanced 129 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
For specific regional insights in Nova Scotia for February, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Nova Scotia climate page.
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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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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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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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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.
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