Weather in March in Nova Scotia
Thinking about venturing to Nova Scotia this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Nova Scotia in March?
Nova Scotia is a region in Canada. March in Nova Scotia generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During March, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Chéticamp at 1°C to cold in Shelburne at 7°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C in Shelburne and -7°C in Chéticamp. March is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.To explore the conditions in Nova Scotia in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Port Hood with an average of 96 mm to high snow/rainfall in Baddeck with 134 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 142 hours of sunlight expected in Halifax. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For a more detailed look at Nova Scotia's conditions throughout the year, check out our Nova Scotia climate page.
Where to go in Nova Scotia in March
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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 March for the 5 most popular destinations in Nova Scotia?
Halifax
In March Halifax generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Lunenburg
In March Lunenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°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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Baddeck
In March Baddeck generally has 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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Digby
In March Digby generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°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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Pictou
In March Pictou generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°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 March the best time to visit Nova Scotia?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Halifax, March may not be the ideal time to visit Nova Scotia.
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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