Nova Scotia
Fishing villages painted like they’re competing, the highest tides on earth going out far enough to walk the seabed, and lobster straight off the boat.
The best time to visit Nova Scotia is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 23°C (74°F). Local time there is 19:58 (UTC-3).
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The year at a glance
June · high 21°C · rain 137mm · 15.6h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Halifax, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C34°F | 153mm6.0in | 9.1h9.1h | |
| February | 1°C33°F | 125mm4.9in | 10.4h10.4h | |
| March | 5°C40°F | 106mm4.2in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 10°C50°F | 132mm5.2in | 13.4h13.4h | |
| May | 15°C59°F | 90mm3.5in | 14.8h14.8h | |
| June | 21°C70°F | 137mm5.4in | 15.6h15.6h | in the recommended window |
| July | 25°C76°F | 103mm4.1in | 15.3h15.3h | in the recommended window |
| August | 24°C76°F | 111mm4.4in | 14.1h14.1h | in the recommended window |
| September | 20°C69°F | 118mm4.6in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| October | 15°C59°F | 129mm5.1in | 10.9h10.9h | |
| November | 9°C47°F | 149mm5.9in | 9.5h9.5h | |
| December | 4°C39°F | 165mm6.5in | 8.8h8.8h |
Good to know
- Currency
- CADCanadian dollar
- Language
- English, French
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Nova Scotia?
The best time to visit Nova Scotia is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 23°C (74°F).
How warm does Nova Scotia get?
Typical daytime highs in Nova Scotia are Mar–May 10°C (50°F), Jun–Aug 23°C (74°F), Sep–Nov 15°C (58°F), Dec–Feb 2°C (35°F).
Is Nova Scotia expensive?
On the ground, Nova Scotia is middling.
What sort of trip is Nova Scotia good for?
Nova Scotia is good for nature and scenery, relaxing holidays, food and drink, adventure holidays.
How rainy is Nova Scotia?
The wettest month in Nova Scotia is December at 165mm (6.5in), the driest May at 90mm (3.5in), with a monthly average of 127mm (5.0in).
What plug do I need for Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia uses type A, B sockets at 120 V.
