October 2 is generally a great time to visit Halifax. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. It's a lively time to explore Halifax, with most attractions operating at full capacity.
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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 October 2
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.8°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Halifax in October
Based on historical data for October 2, Halifax typically experiences temperatures between 10.7°C and 16.8°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% 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
16.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.4 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 97% 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
🔴 62 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 93 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 155 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.9°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
Busy
68/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~53
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Halifax
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:14
☀️ Noon
12:04
🌇 Sunset
17:55
⏱️ Daylight
11h 41m
Wind Speed
17.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.1 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
💰💰 Moderate
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 October 2 averages 16.8°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 92/100."
— 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 October 2?
Planning a trip to Halifax on October 2? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.8°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 53 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 16.8°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.33m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 2 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.3°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 6.3°C in 2022.