Temperature
Pleasant by day, mild at night.
71°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Halifax
Canada · North America
Halifax is most comfortable in summer and early autumn. Summers are mild and winters are cold. Precipitation is frequent in most months. Humidity is usually low.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
20°F to 71°F
Rain
12 days/mo
Sunshine
7.6 h/day
Humidity feel
Generally dry
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Lower rainfall than in most months here, though showers remain frequent.
39%wet-day frequency
Precip amountWet-day chanceSnowfall
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
9.8 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot weather is unlikely, though humid stretches occur.
LowAug heat feel
Easy airWarm airHumid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 72° and nights feel near 60°.
FrigidFreezingVery coldColdCoolComfortableNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, sea, and wind
Cloud cover
Mostly cloudy skies.
38%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Sea temperature
64°Aug sea temp
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 73°F, easing to about 68°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning66°F
Rain14%
Cloud65%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityLow
Best windowMidday73°F
Rain19%
Cloud65%
Humid airModerate
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon73°F
Rain17%
Cloud66%
Humid airModerate
Sun intensityModerate
Early evening68°F
Rain12%
Cloud59%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Wind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
7 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 1, 2026
Data & methodology