Nova Scotia Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nova Scotia, Canada in November.

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Halifax Lunenburg Baddeck Pictou

Planning a getaway to Nova Scotia, Canada this November and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Nova Scotia in November

Nova Scotia, Canada is a region in Canada. November in Nova Scotia generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Chéticamp to 11°C (52°F) in Shelburne. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Shelburne and 2°C (36°F) in Chéticamp.

For specific regional insights in Nova Scotia, Canada, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Amherst with an average of 109 mm (4.3 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Birch Plain with 163 mm (6.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Halifax typically sees 106 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Nova Scotia in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Nova Scotia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Nova Scotia

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Nova Scotia, Canada?

Temperature range in Nova Scotia (November)

Precipitation variation in Nova Scotia (November)

Halifax

In November Halifax generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
106 hours
108 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Halifax →

Lunenburg

In November Lunenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
106 hours
108 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Lunenburg →

Baddeck

In November Baddeck generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Baddeck →

Pictou

In November Pictou generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
64 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Pictou →

Digby

In November Digby generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Digby →

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nova Scotia in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Halifax 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Lunenburg 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Baddeck 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Pictou 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Digby 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Truro 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)

Nova Scotia weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nova Scotia, Canada in November?

Expect poor weather across Nova Scotia, Canada in November. The popular destination of Halifax averages 10°C (50°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Nova Scotia, Canada in November?

Average temperatures in Nova Scotia, Canada during November range from a nighttime low near 3°C (37°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in Halifax.

Does Nova Scotia, Canada get a lot of rain in November?

Nova Scotia, Canada sees substantial rainfall in November. Halifax typically averages about 137 mm (5.4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Nova Scotia, Canada?

In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit Nova Scotia, Canada due to the typically poor weather in Halifax.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Halifax. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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