January Rainfall and Precipitation in Nova Scotia

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Nova Scotia, Canada in January.

Nova Scotia, Canada, a region in Canada, experiences in January precipitation ranging from a moderate 98 mm (3.9 in) in Amherst to a high 149 mm (5.9 in) in Baddeck. January is part of the winter season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Nova Scotia precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much snow/rainfall does Nova Scotia, Canada receive in January?

January in Halifax is marked by substantial snow/rain, totaling an average of 120 mm (4.7 in). Rapid weather changes are common due to the frequent precipitation.

How many days does it rain in Nova Scotia, Canada in January?

Rainfall in Halifax typically falls on roughly 14 days days in January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Nova Scotia, Canada?

Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Nova Scotia, Canada.

What is the wettest city in January in Nova Scotia, Canada?

Based on our records, Baddeck receives the most snowfall in Nova Scotia, Canada in January, averaging about 149 mm (5.9 in).

What is the driest city in January in Nova Scotia, Canada?

Amherst is the driest city we have data for in Nova Scotia, Canada in January, with monthly snowfall close to 98 mm (3.9 in).

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