Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Nova Scotia, Canada this May.
Nova Scotia, Canada, a region in Canada, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 10°C (50°F) in Chéticamp to 18°C (64°F) in Caledonia. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Caledonia and 4°C (39°F) in Chéticamp.
Find the average daytime temperatures in May for the most popular destinations in Nova Scotia on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.
Halifax averages a daytime high of 14°C (57°F) in May, which is moderate for Nova Scotia, Canada.
Average overnight lows in Nova Scotia, Canada during May sit near 6°C (43°F) in Halifax.
Based on our systematic data collection, Caledonia has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 18°C (64°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 6°C (43°F).
According to our data, Chéticamp holds the title for the coldest city in Nova Scotia, Canada in May. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 10°C (50°F) and drops to lows of about 4°C (39°F) during the night.
Halifax enjoys approximately 193 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
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