Nova Scotia (Halifax)
January
Weather in Nova Scotia for January 2026
Your guide to Nova Scotia weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Nova Scotia in January is quite snowy, averaging 13 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Nova Scotia at the beginning of January is 0.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 1.1 °C by the end of January.
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15
Dry days
3
Rainy days
13
Snow days
2°/-3°
Temperatures
25 km/h
Avg max wind
78 %
Avg humidity
Nova Scotia Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  2° | 2  3° | 3 2° | ||||
| 4 1° | 5  -1° | 6  -2° | 7  -2° | 8 -1° | 9 -1° | 10  4° |
| 11 2° | 12 1° | 13  6° | 14 6° | 15  1° | 16 3° | 17 4° |
| 18 2° | 19 3° | 20  0° | 21 -2° | 22  -1° | 23 3° | 24 -0° |
| 25 1° | 26 3° | 27 2° | 28 2° | 29 -0° | 30  -0° | 31 0° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Nova Scotia
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 19.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Sunny | 3° /-2° | 12.5 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Sunny | 2° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Overcast | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Cloudy | -1° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Light snow | -2° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Moderate snow | -2° /-6° | 2.1 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Light snow | -1° /-3° | 1.6 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Sunny | -1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Heavy snow | 4° /-3° | 18.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Cloudy | 2° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 1° /-4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /-2° | 14.8 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /0° | 12.9 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-3° | 4 mm | 2.9 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 3° /-2° | 9.7 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Cloudy | 2° /-3° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Overcast | 3° /-1° | 10.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-5° | 15.9 mm | 2 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -2° /-6° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -1° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 3° /-6° | 11.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 0° /-5° | 2.3 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Cloudy | 1° /-4° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 3° /-4° | 17.2 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 1.4 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /-5° | 1.2 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Overcast | 0° /-6° | 9.5 mm | 6.8 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 0° /-6° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-9° | 3.6 mm | 2.1 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Nova Scotia in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Nova Scotia forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Nova Scotia in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Nova Scotia during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 2° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Nova Scotia during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 177.4 mm is expected in Nova Scotia during January, occurring over more than 3 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Nova Scotia in January 2026?
Nova Scotia experiences an average snowfall of 25.155 cm during January, occurring over 13 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Nova Scotia during January?
The average wind speed in Nova Scotia during January is 25 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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