Weather in September in Nova Scotia
Are you planning a trip a to Nova Scotia in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Nova Scotia in September?
Nova Scotia is a region in Canada. September in Nova Scotia generally has temperatures that range from moderate to warm, with high precipitation. September falls during the summer season.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from moderate in Yarmouth at 18°C to warm in Shelburne at 22°C. At night it cools down to 11°C in Shelburne and 13°C in Yarmouth.
Precipitation
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Amherst with an average of 103 mm to high rainfall in Baddeck with 135 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 180 hours of sunlight expected in Halifax. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For a closer look at September's conditions in Nova Scotia, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Nova Scotia's yearly weather, check out our Nova Scotia climate page.
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What is the weather like in September for the 5 most popular destinations in Nova Scotia?
Halifax
In September Halifax generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Lunenburg
In September Lunenburg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Baddeck
In September Baddeck generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Digby
In September Digby generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Pictou
In September Pictou generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant 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 September the best time to visit Nova Scotia?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Halifax, September might be a good time to visit Nova Scotia. 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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