August 22 is generally a great time to visit Halifax. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 22°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Halifax right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Halifax
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Right side
Connect
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Halifax Weather Forecast for August 22
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.2°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Halifax in August
Based on historical data for August 22, Halifax typically experiences temperatures between 16.5°C and 22.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Halifax
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
22.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
16.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
22.6°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
64%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Halifax Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% 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
🔴 23 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 35 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 58 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
18.8°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
High
95/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~74
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Halifax
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:26
☀️ Noon
12:18
🌇 Sunset
19:11
⏱️ Daylight
13h 44m
Wind Speed
15.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
81%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Halifax
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
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 August 22 averages 22.2°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Halifax Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
August 27
21.9°C • 18% rain
Score
99
August 18
22.2°C • 20% rain
Score
98
August 21
22.3°C • 21% rain
Score
98
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📍 Is Halifax Worth Visiting on August 22?
Planning a trip to Halifax on August 22? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 22.2°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 74 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 18°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.61m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 22 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.5°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 14.1°C in 2025.