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Halifax in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Halifax in October and see if it is worth visiting.
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October

Weather in Halifax in October 2024

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Halifax in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +14°C during the day and approximately 4 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 15 rainy days in the month and around 123 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+14°C
Avg. max. temperature
-1°C
Min.
+27°C
Max.
123 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Halifax has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Halifax in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Halifax for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in October is +16°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +26°C during the day and a minimum of +2°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 54% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +20°C to +7°C.

Is Halifax warm or cold in October?

Halifax is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +19°C to +14°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +13°C to +8°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Halifax:

Climate in Halifax in October

Halifax weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+19°C+14°C+9°C
Min. temperature
+3°C-1°C-11°C
Max. temperature
+34°C+27°C+21°C
Rainfall
100 mm123 mm128 mm
Wind
3 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
81%81%81%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1015 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
542
Cloudy days
121212
Rainy days
131513
Snowy days
003

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +19°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +14°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 100 mm to 123 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 81%. Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 5 sunny days in September to 4 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Halifax in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Halifax is gradually increasing during October, going from 1 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Halifax based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 145 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 23 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
October is one of the rainiest months in Halifax, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Halifax wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 128 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 49 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Halifax?

This is the weather in Halifax in October 2023:
1 October
☁️
+20°C
2 October
☀️
+22°C
3 October
☁️
+26°C
4 October
☀️
+18°C
5 October
☁️
+19°C
6 October
☁️
+22°C
7 October
☁️
+19°C
8 October
🌧️
+19°C
9 October
☁️
+18°C
10 October
🌧️
+17°C
11 October
☁️
+16°C
12 October
☀️
+18°C
13 October
☁️
+14°C
14 October
🌧️
+15°C
15 October
☁️
+15°C
16 October
🌧️
+14°C
17 October
🌧️
+11°C
18 October
☁️
+13°C
19 October
☁️
+16°C
20 October
☁️
+17°C
21 October
☁️
+18°C
22 October
🌧️
+17°C
23 October
🌧️
+12°C
24 October
☁️
+13°C
25 October
☁️
+15°C
26 October
☀️
+20°C
27 October
☁️
+14°C
28 October
☀️
+21°C
29 October
☁️
+18°C
30 October
☁️
+7°C
31 October
☁️
+7°C
In October 2023 Halifax had 5 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +16°C, with an absolute maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +7°C. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 44%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Halifax climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Halifax in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+10°C) and the highest in 2022 (+13°C). The driest year was 2001 with only 590 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1951 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Halifax in October:

Is October a good time to visit Halifax?

It’s always a good time to visit Halifax, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Halifax in October?

October has mild temperatures in Halifax. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Halifax rainy in October?

Halifax is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Halifax in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Halifax in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Canada

Check out the weather for other cities in Canada.

Monthly weather in Halifax

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Halifax, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.