Nova Scotia Weather in September

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

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Considering a trip to Nova Scotia, Canada this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Nova Scotia in September

Nova Scotia, Canada is a region in Canada. September in Nova Scotia generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with high precipitation. September falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Yarmouth at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Shelburne at 22°C (72°F). At night it cools down to 11°C (52°F) in Shelburne and 13°C (55°F) in Yarmouth.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nova Scotia, Canada, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Amherst with an average of 103 mm (4.1 in) to high rainfall in Baddeck with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Halifax gets approximately 180 hours of sunlight in September, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Nova Scotia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nova Scotia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Halifax)

January1°C (34°F) February1°C (34°F) March4°C (39°F) April9°C (48°F) May14°C (57°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November10°C (50°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nova Scotia in September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Nova Scotia, Canada?

Temperature range in Nova Scotia (September)

Precipitation variation in Nova Scotia (September)

Halifax

In September Halifax generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
180 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Halifax →

Lunenburg

In September Lunenburg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
180 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Lunenburg →

Baddeck

In September Baddeck generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Baddeck →

Pictou

In September Pictou generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
183 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Pictou →

Digby

In September Digby generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Halifax 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Lunenburg 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Baddeck 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Pictou 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Digby 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Truro 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)

Nova Scotia weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

September in Nova Scotia, Canada brings pleasant weather. In Halifax, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

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

Average temperatures in Nova Scotia, Canada during September range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Halifax.

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

Yes, September tends to be a wetter month in Nova Scotia, Canada. Average rainfall in Halifax sits around 107 mm (4.2 in).

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Halifax, September might be a good time to visit Nova Scotia, Canada. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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.

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