Nova Scotia weather in January
Considering a trip to Nova Scotia this January 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 January?
Nova Scotia is a region in Canada. January in Nova Scotia generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the winter season.
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Amherst at -1°C to cold in Yarmouth at 3°C. At night it cools down to -4°C in Yarmouth and -12°C in Amherst. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Amherst with an average of 98 mm to high snowfall in Baddeck with 149 mm. The city Halifax usually sees around 108 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
For specific regional insights in Nova Scotia for January, 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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Average weather in Halifax
In January 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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Average weather in Lunenburg
In January Lunenburg generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Baddeck
In January Baddeck generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Digby
In January 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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Average weather in Pictou
In January Pictou 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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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Nova Scotia, in Canada.
Is January the best time to visit Nova Scotia?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Halifax, January may not be the ideal time to visit Nova Scotia.
Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Halifax. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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