Weather radar Halifax
Real-time precipitation radar · Nova Scotia · Canada
Halifax climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Halifax shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 1.7° | 1.2° | 5.7° | 10.3° | 15.2° | 20.3° | 24.2° | 24° | 21.1° | 16.2° | 9.2° | 4.1° |
| Avg low (°C) | -5.2° | -7.2° | -2.1° | 2.3° | 6.3° | 12° | 16.2° | 15.9° | 12.9° | 8.4° | 2.4° | -2.6° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 124 | 124 | 103 | 88 | 62 | 95 | 82 | 94 | 89 | 86 | 128 | 133 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 11 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 13 |
| Sunshine hours | 144 | 174 | 224 | 256 | 292 | 291 | 296 | 293 | 246 | 224 | 144 | 141 |
| Humidity | 80% | 77% | 77% | 75% | 75% | 81% | 83% | 83% | 82% | 82% | 81% | 81% |
Best time to visit Halifax
The best time to visit Halifax is typically July. In this month the average high is 24.2°C, precipitation is 82 mm and sunshine duration is 296 hours. The annual average high is 12.8°C, total annual precipitation is 1208 mm (135 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2725 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Halifax
How up to date is the weather radar for Halifax?
The weather radar for Halifax is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Halifax?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Halifax: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Halifax?
The thunderstorm potential for Halifax is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Halifax.
What is the climate like in Halifax?
Halifax has an annual average high of 12.8°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 24.2°C), the coldest February (avg low -7.2°C). The wettest month is December with 133 mm, the driest May with 62 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1208 mm (135 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2725 hours.
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