May 26 is generally a great time to visit Halifax. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°C weather. As it's peak season for Halifax, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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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 26
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.6°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Halifax in May
Based on historical data for May 26, Halifax typically experiences temperatures between 7.6°C and 14.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants 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
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
14.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
14.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
69%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.9 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 87% 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
10.8°C
Pleasant
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
04:37
☀️ Noon
12:12
🌇 Sunset
19:48
⏱️ Daylight
15h 10m
Wind Speed
17.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Halifax
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
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 26 averages 14.6°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 90/100."
— 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
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📍 Is Halifax Worth Visiting on May 26?
Planning a trip to Halifax on May 26? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.6°C with a 23% 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 7.9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.24m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.8°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 5.8°C in 2017.