March 19 is generally a great time to visit Halifax. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 4°C weather. Halifax is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Halifax
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Halifax Weather Forecast for March 19
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 4.2°C. 24% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Halifax in March
Based on historical data for March 19, Halifax typically experiences temperatures between -2.8°C and 4.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Halifax
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
4.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-2.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
0°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
24%
Avg 1.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.9 cm
~24% chance
Pressure
1014.7 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 77% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 33 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 50 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 83 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
0°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
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
Busy
62/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~48
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Halifax
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:20
☀️ Noon
12:23
🌇 Sunset
18:25
⏱️ Daylight
12h 5m
Wind Speed
20.7 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
7.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Halifax
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
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 March 19 averages 4.2°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 34/100."
— 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 March 19?
Planning a trip to Halifax on March 19? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 4.2°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 48 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 1.6°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.84m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 19 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 11.1°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to -9.9°C in 2018.