If you plan to visit Halifax in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +37°F during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 9 snowy days in the month and around 102 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+37°F
Avg. max. temperature
-9°F
Min.
+59°F
Max.
102 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Halifax has OK weather in December.
Average temperature in Halifax in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Halifax for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +55°F during the day to a minimum of +18°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +41°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 43% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +50°F to +34°F.
Is Halifax warm or cold in December?
Halifax is typically chill in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +48°F to +37°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +37°F to +27°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
December is one of the coolest months in Halifax, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Halifax in December
Halifax weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+48°F
+37°F
+32°F
Min. temperature
+12°F
-9°F
-15°F
Max. temperature
+70°F
+59°F
+59°F
Rainfall
128 mm
102 mm
67 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
5 m/s
Humidity
81%
81%
80%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1013 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
2
2
2
Cloudy days
12
12
12
Rainy days
13
8
4
Snowy days
3
9
13
December weather is still as ok as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +48°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +37°F.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 128 mm to 102 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.
January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Halifax in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 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 decreasing during December, going from 5 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Halifax based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 141 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 30 mm, which is moderate rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December 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.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during December in Halifax based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of snow on an average day in December, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 44 mm.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last December in Halifax?
This is the weather in Halifax in December 2023:
1 December
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+51°F
2 December
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+47°F
3 December
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+44°F
4 December
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+34°F
5 December
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+34°F
6 December
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+32°F
7 December
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+33°F
8 December
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+37°F
9 December
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+39°F
10 December
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+45°F
11 December
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+55°F
12 December
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+52°F
13 December
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+44°F
14 December
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+33°F
15 December
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+44°F
16 December
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+42°F
17 December
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+41°F
18 December
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+53°F
19 December
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+54°F
20 December
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+48°F
21 December
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+38°F
22 December
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+27°F
23 December
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+33°F
24 December
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+40°F
25 December
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+45°F
26 December
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+46°F
27 December
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+43°F
28 December
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+41°F
29 December
🌧️
+39°F
30 December
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+35°F
31 December
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+34°F
In December 2023 Halifax had 9 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +41°F, with an absolute maximum of +55°F and a minimum of +27°F. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Halifax climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Halifax in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+50°F) and the highest in 2022 (+56°F). 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 December:
Is December a good time to visit Halifax?
It’s always a good time to visit Halifax, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Halifax in December?
Not really, December is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Is Halifax rainy in December?
Halifax is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Halifax in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Halifax in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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, 2023.
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.