Current Conditions - Yarmouth, NS

Latest Weather News - Halifax

• Maritimes under heat warnings with humidex nearing 40 this week

  People are urged to take action to protect themselves regardless of whether they're at higher risk as extreme heat can affect everyone's health.

  Weather

  Aug 5
• Warm weather in the Maritimes hints at a hot summer ahead

  The summer forecast is calling for above-normal temperatures in July and August. Wednesday's high reached 30 C in Halifax and 32 C in Fredericton.

  Weather

  May 20
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• Drought conditions improve nationwide but Maritime farmers still recovering

  The April report from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada notes Atlantic Canada saw slow improvement from last year's extreme drought conditions

  Economy

  May 19
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• Powerful nor’easter hits Nova Scotia: flights cancelled, power outages expected

  A powerful nor'easter is blowing through Nova Scotia -- cancelling schools, causing travel disruptions and leaving power outages in its wake. 

  Weather

  Feb 23
• Parts of Atlantic Canada once again pummeled by winter storm

  It seemed there was nowhere to put all the snow as shovellers in St. John's worked to clear knee-deep drifts blanketing their front stoops Monday morning.

  Weather

  Feb 2
• Maritimes digging out from snow storm that’s closed schools, grounded flights

  Schools, universities, businesses, government buildings and municipal services were shut down — some announcing the closures ahead of the storm.

  Weather

  Jan 26
• Heavy snow, extreme cold in store for Atlantic Canada as weather warnings issued

  Heavy snow, extreme cold and gusty winds could make for tricky commutes across much of Atlantic Canada this morning.

  Weather

  Jan 26
• Freezing rain, blowing snow expected to slam much of Eastern Canada

  The nasty side of Old Man Winter continues as freezing rain, blowing snow and strong winds are expected to slam areas in Eastern Canada, from Ontario to Newfoundland and Labrador.

  Weather

  Dec 29, 2025
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• Ontario, Quebec and Maritimes under numerous winter warnings

  Snow, freezing rain and high winds are expected in various parts of Canada, with multiple warnings and special weather statements in effect across the country.

  Weather

  Dec 28, 2025
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• Maritimes sees unseasonably warm temperatures, but white Christmas still feasible

  As the countdown to the holidays continues, it's beginning to feel a lot less like winter with unseasonably warm weather dominating the forecast in the Maritimes. 

  Weather

  Dec 19, 2025
• Snowstorm closes schools, cancels ferry crossings in Atlantic Canada

  Many schools in Nova Scotia were closed or delayed their openings after a snowstorm lingered over the province overnight and then moved into Newfoundland.

  Weather

  Dec 15, 2025
• Winter storms, rain and snow walloping Canada. Here’s where you’ll see it

  Winter hasn't officially arrived yet, but heavy snow, rainfall and winter storm warnings are in effect across Canada with up to 40 cm of snow possible in some eastern regions.

  Weather

  Dec 14, 2025
• Alberta clipper to bring snowy conditions to Atlantic provinces

  A special weather statement has been issued by Environment Canada for all of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island's Kings and Queens counties, and eastern parts of Newfoundland. 

  Weather

  Dec 7, 2025
• Winter storm moves into Atlantic Canada, bringing wet snow and power outages

  Wintry weather is descending upon parts of Atlantic Canada as a nor'easter brings heavy snow, rain and strong winds to the region Wednesday.

  Weather

  Dec 3, 2025
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• Wet, windy weather later this week for Maritimes, forecasters watching Hurricane Melissa

  While Hurricane Melissa isn't tracking to make landfall on Canada's east coast, some wet and windy weather is expected for the region at the end of the week.

  Weather

  Oct 27, 2025
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• Learning lessons from Canada’s wildfire season

  Governments and non-profit groups are taking time to review this year's wildfire season and the challenges posed by evacuating tens of thousands of people.

  Politics

  Oct 12, 2025
• Hurricane Erin won’t touch down in Atlantic Canada but could be an issue for wildfires

  Environment Canada said Hurricane Erin should stay far offshore but will bring dangerous surf and gusty winds over coastal areas of Nova Scotia and the Avalon Peninsula.

  Weather

  Aug 22, 2025
• Hurricane Erin: Storm won’t make landfall in N.S., but will bring very high waves

  While Hurricane Erin is not expected to come close to land in the Maritimes, it is still likely to play havoc on both land and sea in Nova Scotia.

  Canada

  Aug 21, 2025
• Ice and rain move through the Maritimes, but worst is over says Environment Canada

  Freezing rain left trees and power lines coated and roads slick this morning as Environment Canada issued weather warnings for large parts of the Atlantic region.

  Weather

  Mar 31, 2025
• Winter storm brings school closures, cancellations to Maritime provinces

  All schools were closed this morning in New Brunswick, and schools across Nova Scotia were either closed or scheduling early dismissals as the storm advanced from the west.

  Weather

  Feb 13, 2025
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• Canada, it’s cold outside: Here are the provinces facing warnings

  Many parts of the country are currently experiencing a series of extreme cold weather alerts, with Environment Canada issuing warnings across several provinces.

  Weather

  Jan 20, 2025
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• Winter storm leaves thousands without power in Newfoundland and Labrador

  More than 9,000 Newfoundland Power customers were in the dark on Sunday as the province faces a winter storm with snow, rain and strong winds.

  Weather

  Jan 5, 2025
• Snow forecast through Christmas Eve for parts of the Maritimes

  Parts of the Maritimes that were hit by a weekend snowstorm are in for more of the white stuff this Christmas Eve.

  Weather

  Dec 24, 2024
• Snowfall warning issued for much of N.S., up to 30 cm possible

  Snowfall warnings are in effect for the entire mainland of the province. Total snowfall amounts are expected to be between 15 to 30 cm. 

  Weather

  Dec 19, 2024