Weather in September in Nova Scotia
Considering a trip to Nova Scotia this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
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 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 to warm in Shelburne at 22°C. At night it cools down to 11°C in Shelburne and 13°C in Yarmouth.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nova Scotia, check out the map below.
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
Halifax enjoys a balanced 180 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.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 September
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Popular destinations
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Interested in more climate information?
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