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CanadaThe weather in August in Nova Scotia
It's warm in August in Nova Scotia with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Nova Scotia. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Nova Scotia, Canada. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2018, Nova Scotia reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 69 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Nova Scotia
Click on any day in August 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.
August weather comparison
| Nova Scotia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 25°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Nova Scotia with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 25°C, with nights around 18°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Nova Scotia is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Nova Scotia, Canada. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Nova Scotia
Temperature in August in Nova Scotia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Nova Scotia, Canada. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Nova Scotia
Total precipitation in August in Nova Scotia over the years
Daily UV index in August in Nova Scotia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August 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.
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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.