What is the weather like in Halifax in May?

Expect temperatures between 6°C and 13°C with 25% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Halifax in May?

Halifax in May scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Halifax in May?

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

Halifax Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

13°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

6°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

14days

25% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

6.9°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

Travel Intelligence

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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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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

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Halifax?

👌Good option with minor considerations(64/100)

Short Answer

Don't expect beach weather in Halifax's May: 6.9°C cold seas despite 13°C air temps. Coastal scenery remains beautiful, just pack warm layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Cold sea - swimming challenging

6.9°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Plenty of sunshine

8.7h 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
1.38m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

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Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 6.9°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
78% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Halifax in May averages 13°C with 25% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Halifax in May

What are the temperatures in Halifax in May?

Daytime highs average 13°C, nights drop to 6°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Halifax in May?

Expect around 14 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Halifax in May?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is May peak season in Halifax?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Halifax Weather in May

Sea Temperature in May

Halifax May 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 May a Good Time to Visit Halifax?

Decision Factors

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