May 12 is generally a great time to visit Halifax. While there is a slight chance of rain (26%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. Halifax is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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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 May 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.1°C. 26% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Halifax in May
Based on historical data for May 12, Halifax typically experiences temperatures between 4.9°C and 12.1°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. With a 26% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Halifax
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.9°C
🌤️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
26%
Avg 1.7mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~26% chance
Pressure
1014.5 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 82% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 20 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 30 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 50 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8°C
Dry air
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
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~78
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Halifax
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:51
☀️ Noon
12:12
🌇 Sunset
19:32
⏱️ Daylight
14h 41m
Wind Speed
20.2 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
9.0 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
💰💰💰 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 May 12 averages 12.1°C with a 26% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 76/100."
— 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
May 17
13.4°C • 21% rain
Score
83
May 16
13.2°C • 22% rain
Score
82
May 18
13.3°C • 25% rain
Score
82
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Halifax Worth Visiting on May 12?
Planning a trip to Halifax on May 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.1°C with a 26% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 78 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 6.5°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.51m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.7°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 3.6°C in 2018.