Normal weather for Nova Scotia in April

It's cool in April in Nova Scotia with an average temperature of 10°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 6°C to a high of 13°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 4°C.

In April, there is an average of 72 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 6,7 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.

Nova Scotia in April		New York
Average Temperature	10°C	17°C
High Temp	13°C	22°C
Low Temp	6°C	12°C
Total Precipitation	72 mm	81 mm
Rainy Days	11 days	11 days
Total Snowfall	6,7 cm	0,4 cm
Snowy Days	4 days	1 day

Start of April

The month of April starts in Nova Scotia with cold temps, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights around 1°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

Mid April

By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 11°C, with nights around 3°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

End of April

By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Nova Scotia is around 12°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

Temperature records for Nova Scotia in April

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Daily Temperature in April in Nova Scotia

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in April for Nova Scotia, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Precipitation in April in Nova Scotia

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Nova Scotia, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Nova Scotia.

Daily Precipitation in April in Nova Scotia

Daily Snowfall in April in Nova Scotia

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Nova Scotia, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in April.

Daily UV Index in April in Nova Scotia

This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Nova Scotia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Temperature in April in Nova Scotia Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in April in Nova Scotia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Total Precipitation in April in Nova Scotia Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Nova Scotia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Snowfall in April in Nova Scotia per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Nova Scotia, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in April in Nova Scotia over the past years

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Daily Climate in April for Nova Scotia

Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nova Scotia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Average Weather in Nova Scotia by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nova Scotia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.