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CanadaThe weather in March in Nova Scotia
It's cold in March in Nova Scotia with an average temperature of 4°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -1°C to a high of 8°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -8°C and 1°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March 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 17°C in 2021, Nova Scotia reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -9°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -19°C to a highest value of 6°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In March, there is an average of 103 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. Of the total precipitation, about 31 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in March for Nova Scotia
Click on any day in March 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.
March weather comparison
| Nova Scotia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 4°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 8°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | -8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 103 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 10 days |
| Total snowfall | 31 cm | 7 cm |
| Snowy days | 14 days | 4 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Nova Scotia with really cold temps, averaging around 2°C during the day and nights dipping to about -5°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 5°C, with nights around -2°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Nova Scotia is around 6°C, while nighttime temps are about -1°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 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 March 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 March in Nova Scotia
Temperature in March in Nova Scotia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March 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 March in Nova Scotia
Total precipitation in March in Nova Scotia over the years
Daily Snowfall in March in Nova Scotia
Snowfall in March in Nova Scotia per year
Daily UV index in March in Nova Scotia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March 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.