April 23 is generally a great time to visit Halifax. While there is a slight chance of rain (28%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 10°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Halifax this month as tourism activity remains quite robust. Note: April 23 is Saint George's Day in Halifax, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Halifax
Currency
CAD
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Language
English
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Halifax Weather Forecast for April 23
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 9.8°C. 28% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Halifax in April
Based on historical data for April 23, Halifax typically experiences temperatures between 2.5°C and 9.8°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. With a 28% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Halifax
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
9.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
7.2°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
28%
Avg 1.9mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~28% chance
Pressure
1015.2 hPa
High volatility
Halifax Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 24 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 36 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 60 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5.8°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
Saint George's Day
Flight Traffic
Busy
73/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~57
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Halifax
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:18
☀️ Noon
12:13
🌇 Sunset
19:09
⏱️ Daylight
13h 51m
Wind Speed
19.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
76%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Halifax
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Halifax on April 23 averages 9.8°C with a 28% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 61/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Halifax Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Halifax Worth Visiting on April 23?
Planning a trip to Halifax on April 23? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 9.8°C with a 28% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Saint George's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 57 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 4.5°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.19m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 23 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 14.4°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to -1.2°C in 2020.