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Halifax weather in May

Long-run climate averages for Halifax, Nova Scotia in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

May at a glance

In May, Halifax averages 14°C by day and 6°C at night. The wettest month is usually June.

May in Halifax averages a daytime high of 14°C and an overnight low of 6°C, which reads as cool for this part of the world. Across the whole year Halifax sees roughly 1683 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Halifax forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Halifax weather by month

what to expect in Halifax through the year

Here is Halifax's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Halifax by season.

Jan
-4°
Cold
Feb
-8°
Cold
Mar
-2°
Cold
Apr
10°
Cool
May
14°
Cool
Jun
19°
12°
Mild
Wettest
Jul
24°
17°
Warm
Aug
23°
16°
Warm
Sep
21°
14°
Mild
Oct
15°
Mild
Nov
Cool
Dec
-3°
Cold

Common questions

How warm is Halifax in May?
Halifax averages a daytime high of 14°C in May, with overnight lows around 6°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is May a good time to visit Halifax?
The most comfortable time to visit Halifax is usually July, August and September, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest June rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Halifax in May?
The wettest month in Halifax is usually June. Across the year the city sees roughly 1683 mm of precipitation.

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