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Halifax in August
The weather in August
In August, Halifax averages daytime highs of 22° and night-time lows of 15° — mild weather by day. Expect around 106 mm of precipitation spread over about 13 wet days, with average cloud cover near 41%.
Temperatures are much the same as in July, and September is cooler again by about 3.2°. The sea averages 17°, too cold for most swimmers.
August scores 65/100 — good conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 2nd of the twelve months for Halifax.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:17 and sets at 20:22 local time, giving 14 h 04 min of daylight. Days shorten by 81 minutes over the month.
Why 65/100?
How the score for August is builtBeach score this month: 29/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Halifax this month
Lower Sackville
Canada's best in August
Swift Current
Halifax in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Halifax?
August scores 65/100 for Halifax, which we rate as good. Average highs are 22°C with 13 wet days.
How warm is Halifax in August?
Daytime highs average 22°C and night-time lows 15°C in August.
Does it rain a lot in Halifax in August?
Halifax receives about 106 mm of precipitation in August, falling on around 13 days.
Can you swim in Halifax in August?
The sea averages 17°C in August, cold for most swimmers.