Best Time to Visit Halifax
Best time: Jul, Aug, Jun, Sep.
Aug is warmest (23.2°C high); Dec is rainiest (149 mm).
Halifax weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -0.2 | -9.5 | 134 | 2.4 |
| Feb | 0 | -9.1 | 109 | 3.7 |
| Mar | 3.6 | -5 | 125 | 5.5 |
| Apr | 8.5 | 0.3 | 111 | 6.8 |
| May | 14.4 | 5 | 112 | 8.2 |
| Jun | 19.5 | 9.8 | 106 | 9.2 |
| Jul | 23.1 | 13.5 | 103 | 9.1 |
| Aug | 23.2 | 14.1 | 99 | 8.1 |
| Sep | 19.4 | 10.4 | 94 | 6.3 |
| Oct | 13.6 | 5.1 | 126 | 4.1 |
| Nov | 8.2 | 0.8 | 141 | 2.4 |
| Dec | 2.7 | -5.7 | 149 | 1.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulAugJunSep
Beaches: JulAugJunSep
Hiking: JunJulAugMay
Sightseeing: JulJunAugSep
Halifax quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Halifax?
Jul, Aug, Jun, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Dec, about 149 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 23.2°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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