Normal weather for Nova Scotia in December
It's cold in December in Nova Scotia with an average temperature of 4°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 1°C to a high of 9°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -5°C and 2°C.
In December, there is an average of 91 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. Of the total precipitation, about 7,7 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Nova Scotia in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
4°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
9°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
1°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
91 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
13 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
7,7 cm | 1,2 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
4 days | 1 day | |
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Start of December
The month of December starts in Nova Scotia with cold temperatures, averaging around 6°C during the day and nights close to 0°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 4°C, with nights close to -2°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Nova Scotia will be around 4°C, with nights close to -3°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Temperature records for Nova Scotia in December
With 16°C, Nova Scotia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -12°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -17°C to a high of 11°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Nova Scotia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Nova Scotia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Nova Scotia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Nova Scotia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 13 days of rain in Nova Scotia.
Daily Snowfall in December in Nova Scotia
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Nova Scotia, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV Index in December in Nova Scotia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Nova Scotia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Nova Scotia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Nova Scotia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Nova Scotia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Nova Scotia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Nova Scotia per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Nova Scotia, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in December for Nova Scotia
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Nova Scotia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Nova Scotia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nova Scotia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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