What is the weather like in Halifax in July?

Expect temperatures between 16°C and 22°C with 27% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Halifax in July?

Halifax in July scores 56/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Halifax in July?

July in Halifax is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Adventure seekers.

Halifax Weather in July | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

22°C

Hottest around day 30

Avg Low

16°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

25days

27% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Summer season

Sea Temperature in July

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

13.3°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Halifax coastline

Essential Travel Info for Halifax

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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

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Low Traffic

31/ 100

Traffic Index

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Key Connections

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St. John's (YYT)

Newark Liberty (EWR)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Canada. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Canada.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Canada.Rabies is commonly found in some terrestrial wildlife species and bats.If rabies exposures occur while in Canada, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is July a Good Time to Visit Halifax?

👌Good option with minor considerations(56/100)

Short Answer

Storm season alert for Halifax in July: beyond the 22°C, 27% rain averages, hurricane risk requires travel insurance and schedule flexibility.

Decision Factors

Atlantic Hurricane season active

Atlantic zone - expect potential atlantic hurricane activity

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

84% average humidity

Ideal temperature range

21.9°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Cold sea - swimming challenging

13.3°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Plenty of sunshine

9.5h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Adventure seekers
1.25m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

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Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 13.3°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Elderly travelers
84% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Halifax in July averages 22°C with 27% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Halifax in July

What are the temperatures in Halifax in July?

Daytime highs average 22°C, nights drop to 16°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Halifax in July?

Expect around 25 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Halifax in July?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is July peak season in Halifax?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Halifax Weather in July

Sea Temperature in July

Halifax July Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Halifax

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is July a Good Time to Visit Halifax?

Decision Factors

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