Western Shore weather in August (Nova Scotia, Canada)

What weather conditions can you expect in Western Shore this August? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Western Shore is usually perfect in August, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is part of the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 23°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 16°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Precipitation

Western Shore in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. Historically, the month has about 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 226 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Western Shore. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Western Shore climate page with graphs.

 

Western Shore, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 23°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 97 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 63% *  

Sunshine 226 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 52% *  

Data from: Halifax, Canada (59 KM, 37 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in August

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Western Shore, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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