October 13 is generally a great time to visit Halifax. While there is a slight chance of rain (27%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Halifax this month as tourism activity remains quite robust. Note: October 13 is Thanksgiving in Halifax, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Halifax
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Halifax Weather Forecast for October 13
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.8°C. 27% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Halifax in October
Based on historical data for October 13, Halifax typically experiences temperatures between 9°C and 14.8°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 27% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Halifax
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
14.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
14.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
27%
Avg 3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
62%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.6 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 100% 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
🔴 67 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 101 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 168 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11°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
Holiday
Thanksgiving
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
06:27
☀️ Noon
12:01
🌇 Sunset
17:35
⏱️ Daylight
11h 7m
Wind Speed
18.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.9 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
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
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 October 13 averages 14.8°C with a 27% 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
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Halifax Worth Visiting on October 13?
Planning a trip to Halifax on October 13? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.8°C with a 27% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Thanksgiving, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ 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 14.9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.4m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 13 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 5.3°C in 2017.