Monthly climate averages for Halifax, Canada. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
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Climate OverviewHalifax, Canada in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 3.5°C (38°F). Rain falls on about 12 days this month. Sea temperature stays cool at 1°C (34°F).
This month falls at the beginning of Spring. Cold conditions dominate the month.
Daily highs in March gradually rise from around 2°C (35°F) at the start to 5°C (41°F) by month's end.
March sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 105 mm across the month.
The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 5.5°C (42°F).
Compared to February, this month is about 2°C warmer with 1 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into April.
Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)
Cold daytime highs of 4°C (38°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.
Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.
3 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.
| Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C / -5°C | -3°C / -10°C | 12days (121 mm) Wet | 4.9h Fair | 76% Humid | 1.9 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | 1°C / -5°C | -3°C / -11°C | 11days (120 mm) Wet | 6.1h Fair | 75% Muggy | 3 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 4°C / -2°C | -1°C / -7°C | 12days (103 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 75% Muggy | 3.6 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 8°C / 2°C | 5°C / -2°C | 12days (107 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 76% Humid | 4.8 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| May | 13°C / 6°C | 11°C / 3°C | 10days (72 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 79% Humid | 5.7 High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 18°C / 12°C | 17°C / 10°C | 11days (95 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 83% Humid | 5.9 High | Good | View Details |
| July best | 22°C / 17°C | 23°C / 17°C | 10days (77 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 85% Humid | 6.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 22°C / 17°C | 24°C / 18°C | 10days (82 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 82% Humid | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 20°C / 15°C | 19°C / 14°C | 8days (85 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 80% Humid | 4.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 15°C / 10°C | 13°C / 7°C | 10days (108 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 78% Humid | 3.5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| November | 9°C / 4°C | 5°C / -1°C | 12days (128 mm) Wet | 4.8h Fair | 76% Humid | 1.9 Low | Poor | View Details |
| December | 4°C / -2°C | -1°C / -7°C | 12days (127 mm) Wet | 4.5h Fair | 76% Humid | 1.5 Low | Poor | View Details |
Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.
A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.
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