weather
Alberta clipper to bring snow and gusty winds to Nova Scotia today.
Locations: all of Nova Scotia.
Potential snowfall: 5 to 15 cm, possibly higher over Cape Breton.
Strongest wind gusts: up to 70 km/h .
Time span: this morning into this evening.
Remarks: Snow will continue to spread east across Nova Scotia through this morning, tapering off later this morning for the western half of the province. The morning commute is expected to be messy, especially over central Nova Scotia, but the highest accumulations are expected over northern mainland Nova Scotia and Cape Breton into this afternoon.
Strong northwesterly winds will also develop this afternoon along with a drop in temperatures, bringing blowing snow at times into tonight.
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From: Dec 08, 2025 08:34
Until: Dec 09, 2025 02:02
weather
Alberta clipper to bring snow and gusty winds to Nova Scotia on Monday.
Locations: all of Nova Scotia.
Potential snowfall: 5 to 15 cm, possibly higher over Cape Breton.
Strongest wind gusts: up to 70 km/h .
Time span: Monday morning into Monday evening.
Remarks: Snow will begin early Monday morning over southwestern Nova Scotia and spread east across the province through the morning. The morning commute is expected to be messy, especially over central Nova Scotia, but the highest accumulations are expected over northern mainland Nova Scotia and Cape Breton into the afternoon.
Strong northwesterly winds will also develop Monday afternoon along with a drop in temperatures, bringing blowing snow at times into Monday night.
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From: Dec 07, 2025 19:46
Until: Dec 08, 2025 17:19
weather
Alberta clipper to bring snow and gusty winds to Nova Scotia on Monday.
Locations: all of Nova Scotia.
Potential snowfall: 5 to 15 cm, possibly higher over Cape Breton.
Strongest wind gusts: up to 70 km/h over Cape Breton.
Time span: Monday morning into Monday evening.
Remarks: Snow will begin early Monday morning over southwestern Nova Scotia and spread east across the province through the morning. The morning commute is expected to be messy, especially over central Nova Scotia, but the highest accumulations are expected over northern mainland Nova Scotia and Cape Breton into the afternoon.
Strong northwesterly winds will develop on Monday afternoon over Cape Breton and along the Northumberland Strait, bringing the risk for snow squalls and blowing snow at times into Monday night.
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From: Dec 07, 2025 08:41
Until: Dec 08, 2025 06:49
flood
Higher than normal water levels are expected to impact parts of the coast.
Large waves, pounding surf and elevated sea water levels are expected, possibly exceeding high astronomical tide early this morning.
Locations: southeastern facing coastlines from Herring Cove to Cape Sable Island.
Time span: Near high tide early this morning.
Remarks: Storm surge and minor coastal flooding is possible along shorelines exposed to the southeast, especially around high tide.
Minor shore or beach erosion and damage to coastal infrastructure is possible in vulnerable areas.
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From: Dec 03, 2025 08:43
Until: Dec 03, 2025 14:31
flood
Higher than normal water levels are expected to impact parts of the coast.
Large waves, pounding surf and elevated sea water levels are expected, possibly exceeding high astronomical tide early Wednesday morning.
Locations: southeastern facing coastlines from Herring Cove to Cape Sable Island.
Time span: Near high tide early Wednesday morning.
Remarks: Storm surge and minor coastal flooding is possible along shorelines exposed to the southeast, especially around high tide.
Minor shore or beach erosion and damage to coastal infrastructure is possible in vulnerable areas.
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From: Dec 02, 2025 19:24
Until: Dec 03, 2025 14:28
flood
The conditions that posed a flooding threat to coastal areas have ended.
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From: Dec 03, 2025 11:26
Until: Dec 03, 2025 12:26
snowfall
Snowfall with total amounts of 15 to 25 cm is expected.
Locations: Annapolis, Kings, Hants, Colchester, Pictou, Antigonish, and Cumberland Counties.
Total snowfall: 15 to 25 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Time span: late this afternoon until Wednesday afternoon.
Remarks: Precipitation will fall mainly as snow inland and over higher terrain. A mixture of snow and rain may occur elsewhere, especially along the immediate coast. The snow is expected to be wet and heavy.
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Roads and walkways may be very difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Visibility may be reduced at times.
Snowfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to snowfall accumulations.
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From: Dec 02, 2025 15:09
Until: Dec 03, 2025 07:09
flood
Higher than normal water levels are expected to impact parts of the coast.
Large waves, pounding surf and elevated sea water levels are expected, possibly exceeding high astronomical tide Wednesday morning.
Locations: southeastern facing coastlines from Herring Cove to Shelburne.
Time span: Near high tide Wednesday morning.
Remarks: Storm surge and minor coastal flooding is possible along shorelines exposed to the southeast, especially around high tide.
Shore or beach erosion and damage to coastal infrastructure is possible in vulnerable areas.
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From: Dec 02, 2025 15:06
Until: Dec 03, 2025 07:06
snowfall
Significant snowfall is expected.
Locations: Annapolis, Kings, Hants, Colchester, Pictou, Antigonish, and Cumberland counties .
Total snowfall: 15 to 25 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Time span: late this afternoon until Wednesday afternoon.
Remarks: Precipitation will fall mainly as snow inland and over higher terrain. A mixture of snow and rain may occur elsewhere, especially along the coast. The snow is expected to be wet and heavy.
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Roads and walkways may be very difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow.
Snowfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to snowfall accumulations.
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From: Dec 02, 2025 08:36
Until: Dec 03, 2025 00:36
weather
Snow, rain, and strong winds are expected mid-week.
Potential snowfall: 15 to 35 cm for inland and elevated areas of the province, especially the Cape Breton Highlands.
Potential rainfall: 30 to 50 mm along the Atlantic coast.
Potential wind gusts: northeasterly 70 to 90 km/h.
Time span: Tuesday afternoon until Wednesday afternoon.
Remarks: Precipitation should fall mostly as rain for most coastal areas as temperatures will be a few degrees above zero.
Snowfall warnings have been issued for areas of northern Nova Scotia and will likely be expanded in subsequent forecasts.
Similarly, rainfall warnings have been issued for Shelburne and Yarmouth counties and may be expanded as well.
Strong winds may cause tree branches to break and damage utility lines.
Consider adjusting travel plans to avoid the most adverse conditions.
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From: Dec 02, 2025 01:34
Until: Dec 02, 2025 17:34
snowfall
Significant snowfall is expected.
Locations: Annapolis, Kings, Hants, Colchester, Pictou, Antigonish, and Cumberland counties .
Total snowfall: 15 to 25 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Time span: late Tuesday afternoon until Wednesday afternoon.
Remarks: Precipitation will fall mainly as snow inland and over higher terrain. A mixture of snow and rain may occur elsewhere, especially along the coast. The snow is expected to be wet and heavy.
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Roads and walkways may be very difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow.
Snowfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to snowfall accumulations.
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From: Dec 02, 2025 01:27
Until: Dec 02, 2025 17:27
weather
Snow, rain, and strong winds are expected mid-week.
Locations: all of Nova Scotia.
Potential snowfall: 15 to 35 cm with possibly higher amounts. Significantly less near and along the Atlantic coast.
Potential rainfall: 30 to 50 mm along the Atlantic coast.
Potential wind gusts: northeasterly 70 to 90 km/h.
Time span: Tuesday afternoon until Wednesday afternoon.
Remarks: While it is too soon to give specific details, a winter storm is expected beginning Tuesday afternoon with the worst conditions expected overnight Tuesday into Wednesday morning. Slight deviations in the track of this system could change snowfall amounts significantly. However less snow is expected for the coast, especially the Atlantic coast, where precipitation will fall partially as rain.
Strong winds may cause tree branches to break and damage utility lines.
Consider adjusting travel plans to avoid the most adverse conditions.
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From: Nov 30, 2025 19:58
Until: Dec 01, 2025 19:11
Civil Emergency
STAY INSIDE and close and lock doors and windows.Suspect last seen on foot in the 100 block of Oldham Rd. wearing white t-shirt, has tattoos on face.
From: Nov 29, 2025 16:19
Until: Nov 30, 2025 16:16
rainfall
Locations: Halifax County, Guysborough County, and most of Cape Breton.
Total rainfall: 50 to 80 mm, except possibly higher amounts locally.
Time span: continuing tonight then tapering off Tuesday morning.
Remarks: Rain will end in Halifax County early Tuesday morning but will persist over Guysborough County and most of Cape Breton until early Wednesday. Conditions may change rapidly with locally intense downpours.
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Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Some travel delays are possible. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced at times.
Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts.
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From: Nov 11, 2025 01:51
Until: Nov 11, 2025 17:55
rainfall
Rain, at times heavy, is expected.
Locations: Halifax County, Guysborough County, and most of Cape Breton.
Total rainfall: 65 to 85 mm, except possibly higher amounts in thunderstorms.
Time span: today until early Wednesday morning.
Remarks: Rainfall rates of 10 to 20 mm per hour may occur over some locations. Thunderstorms may develop producing locally heavier rainfall. Conditions may change rapidly with locally intense downpours.
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Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Some travel delays are possible. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced at times.
Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts.
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From: Nov 10, 2025 14:46
Until: Nov 11, 2025 06:46
rainfall
Rain, at times heavy, is expected.
Locations: southwestern Nova Scotia.
Total rainfall: 65 to 85 mm, except possibly higher amounts in thunderstorms.
Time span: continuing today and ending overnight tonight.
Remarks: Rainfall rates of 10 to 20 mm per hour may occur over some locations. Thunderstorms may develop producing locally heavier rainfall. Conditions may change rapidly with locally intense downpours.
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Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Some travel delays are possible. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced at times.
Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts.
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From: Nov 10, 2025 14:45
Until: Nov 11, 2025 06:45
rainfall
Rain, at times heavy, is expected.
Locations: Southwestern Nova Scotia.
Total rainfall: 65 to 85 mm, except possibly higher amounts in thunderstorms.
Time span: This morning until Tuesday morning.
Remarks: Rainfall rates of 5 to 10 mm per hour may occur over some locations. Thunderstorms may develop producing locally heavier rainfall. Conditions may change rapidly with locally intense downpours.
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Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Some travel delays are possible. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced at times.
Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts.
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From: Nov 10, 2025 09:14
Until: Nov 11, 2025 01:14
rainfall
Rain, at times heavy, is expected.
Locations: Halifax County, Guysborough County, and most of Cape Breton.
Total rainfall: 65 to 85 mm, except possibly higher amounts in thunderstorms.
Time span: This morning until early Wednesday morning.
Remarks: Rainfall rates of 5 to 10 mm per hour may occur over some locations. Thunderstorms may develop producing locally heavier rainfall. Conditions may change rapidly with locally intense downpours.
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Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Some travel delays are possible. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced at times.
Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts.
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From: Nov 10, 2025 07:49
Until: Nov 10, 2025 23:49
weather
A prolonged period of rain, possibly heavy at times will continue through Tuesday.
Locations: Southwestern Nova Scotia
Total rainfall: 30 to 45 mm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Remarks: A slow moving low pressure system will continue to bring significant rainfall to southwest Nova Scotia today and into tomorrow. There still remains some uncertainty with respect to the exact amounts and locations, stay tuned for further alerts.
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From: Nov 10, 2025 07:40
Until: Nov 10, 2025 23:40
weather
A prolonged period of rain, possibly heavy at times will begin Monday morning and continue through Tuesday.
Locations: Most of the Atlantic Coast of Nova Scotia, and Cape Breton
Total rainfall: 50 to 75 mm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Remarks: A slow moving low pressure system will bring rain to the province beginning over southwest Nova Scotia tonight and spreading eastward through the day on Monday. There still remains some uncertainty with respect to the exact amounts and locations, stay tuned for further alerts.
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From: Nov 10, 2025 01:23
Until: Nov 10, 2025 17:23
weather
A prolonged period of rain, possibly heavy at times will begin Monday and continue through Tuesday.
Locations: eastern Nova Scotia including Cape Breton.
Total rainfall: 50 to 75 mm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Remarks: a slow moving low pressure system will bring rain to the province beginning over Southwest Nova Scotia tonight and spreading eastward through the day on Monday. There still remains some uncertainty with respect to the exact amounts and locations, stay tuned for further alerts.
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From: Nov 09, 2025 19:36
Until: Nov 10, 2025 11:36
weather
Rain and strong winds expected today.
Locations: most of Nova Scotia.
Potential rainfall: 20 to 40 mm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Potential wind gusts: southeasterly 70 km/h.
Time span: Rain and strong southeasterly winds will spread eastward across the province today. Rain will taper to isolated showers this afternoon or evening as winds shift to the southwest.
Remarks: Rainfall warnings are in effects for portions of the Atlantic coast of the province.
Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris in advance of the rainfall to help reduce flooding. Secure outdoor items, including Halloween decorations and garbage bins, to prevent them from being displaced or damaged by strong winds.
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From: Oct 31, 2025 07:46
Until: Oct 31, 2025 23:46
rainfall
Rain, at times heavy, and strong winds are expected today.
Locations: the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia from Yarmouth to Ecum Secum.
Total rainfall: 50 mm, except up to 80 mm in areas of heaviest rain.
Maximum wind gusts: southeasterly up to 70 km/h.
Time span: This morning until this afternoon.
Remarks: Strong southeasterly winds are expected to accompany the rainfall. This afternoon, winds will ease before strengthening again in the evening from the southwest.
Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris prior to the rainfall to help reduce flooding. Secure outdoor items, including Halloween decorations and garbage bins, to prevent them from being displaced or damaged by strong winds.
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From: Oct 31, 2025 07:39
Until: Oct 31, 2025 23:06
rainfall
Rain, at times heavy, and strong winds are expected on Halloween.
Locations: the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia from Yarmouth to Ecum Secum.
Total rainfall: 50 mm, except up to 80 mm in areas of heaviest rain.
Maximum wind gusts: east to southeasterly up to 70 km/h.
Time span: Friday morning until Friday afternoon.
Remarks: The heaviest rain will taper off to isolated showers by early Friday afternoon in the southwest and by late afternoon over Halifax County.
Strong southeasterly winds are expected to accompany the rainfall. In the afternoon, winds will ease before strengthening again in the evening from the southwest.
Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris prior to the rainfall to help reduce flooding. Secure outdoor items, including Halloween decorations and garbage bins, to prevent them from being displaced or damaged by strong winds.
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Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Local utility outages are possible.
Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts.
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From: Oct 31, 2025 01:35
Until: Oct 31, 2025 17:35
weather
Rain and strong winds expected on Halloween (Friday).
Locations: most of Nova Scotia.
Potential rainfall: 20 to 40 mm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Potential wind gusts: southerly 70 km/h.
Time span: Rain and strong southeasterly winds will spread eastward across the province on Friday. Rain will taper to isolated showers Friday afternoon or early evening as strong winds shift to the southwest.
Remarks: Rainfall warnings are in effects for portions of the Atlantic coast of the province.
Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris in advance of the rainfall to help reduce flooding. Secure outdoor items, including Halloween decorations and garbage bins, to prevent them from being displaced or damaged by strong winds.
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From: Oct 31, 2025 01:32
Until: Oct 31, 2025 17:32
weather
Rain and strong winds expected on Halloween (Friday).
Locations: most of Nova Scotia.
Potential rainfall: 20 to 40 mm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Potential wind gusts: southerly 70 km/h.
Time span: Rain and strong southeasterly winds will spread eastward across the province on Friday. Rain will taper to isolated showers Friday afternoon or early evening as strong winds veer to the southwest.
Remarks: Rainfall warnings have been issued for portions of the Atlantic coast of the province; however, some uncertainty still remains elsewhere and warnings may need to be expanded.
Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris in advance of the rainfall to help reduce flooding. Secure outdoor items, including Halloween decorations and garbage bins, to prevent them from being displaced or damaged by strong winds.
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From: Oct 30, 2025 18:57
Until: Oct 31, 2025 10:57
rainfall
Rain, at times heavy, and strong winds are expected on Halloween.
Locations: the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia from Yarmouth to Ecum Secum.
Total rainfall: 50 mm, except up to 75 mm in areas of heaviest rain.
Maximum wind gusts: east to southeasterly up to 70 km/h.
Time span: Friday morning until Friday afternoon.
Remarks: The heaviest rain will taper off to isolated showers by early Friday afternoon in the southwest and by late afternoon as you head eastward toward Halifax County.
Strong southeasterly winds are expected to accompany the rainfall. In the afternoon winds will ease before strengthening again in the evening from the southwest.
Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris prior to the rainfall to help reduce flooding. Secure outdoor items, including Halloween decorations and garbage bins, to prevent them from being displaced or damaged by strong winds.
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Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Local utility outages are possible.
Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NSstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #NSStorm.
From: Oct 30, 2025 18:50
Until: Oct 31, 2025 10:50
weather
Rain and strong winds expected on Halloween (Friday).
Locations: most of Nova Scotia.
Potential rainfall: 30 to 40 mm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Potential wind gusts: east to southeasterly 70 to 80 km/h.
Time span: Rain and strong east to southeasterly winds will spread eastward across the province on Friday and ease from west to east Friday night.
Remarks: Rainfall warnings have been issued for portions of the Atlantic coast of the province; however, some uncertainty still remains and warnings may need to be expanded.
Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris in advance of the rainfall to help reduce flooding. Secure outdoor items, including Halloween decorations and garbage bins, to prevent them from being displaced or damaged by strong winds.
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From: Oct 30, 2025 13:45
Until: Oct 31, 2025 05:45
rainfall
Rain, at times heavy, and strong winds are expected on Halloween.
Locations: the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia from Yarmouth to Ecum Secum.
Total rainfall: 40 to 50 mm, except up to 60 mm in areas of heaviest rain.
Maximum wind gusts: east to southeasterly up to 70 km/h.
Time span: Friday morning until Friday evening.
Remarks: The heaviest rain will taper off to scattered showers by early Friday afternoon in the southwest and by late afternoon as you head eastward toward Halifax County.
Strong east to southeasterly winds are expected to accompany the rainfall. Winds will shift to strong southwesterlies as the rain tapers off and will persist throughout the prime trick-or-treating period on Friday evening.
Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris prior to the rainfall to help reduce flooding. Secure outdoor items, including Halloween decorations and garbage bins, to prevent them from being displaced or damaged by strong winds.
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From: Oct 30, 2025 07:43
Until: Oct 31, 2025 05:35
weather
Rain and strong winds expected on Halloween (Friday).
Locations: most of Nova Scotia.
Potential rainfall: 30 to 40 mm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Potential wind gusts: east to southeasterly 70 to 80 km/h, except up to 120 from Margaree Harbour to Bay St. Lawrence.
Time span: Rain and strong east to southeasterly winds will spread eastward across the province on Friday and ease from west to east Friday night.
Remarks: Rainfall warnings have been issued for portions of the Atlantic coast of the province; however, some uncertainty still remains and warnings may need to be expanded.
Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris in advance of the rainfall to help reduce flooding. Secure outdoor items, including Halloween decorations and garbage bins, to prevent them from being displaced or damaged by strong winds.
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From: Oct 30, 2025 07:52
Until: Oct 30, 2025 23:52
weather
Rain and strong winds expected on Halloween (Friday).
Locations: Nova Scotia.
Potential rainfall: 30 to 50 mm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Potential wind gusts: southeasterly 70 to 80 km/h, except up to 110 from Margaree Harbour to Bay St. Lawrence.
Time span: Rain and strong southeasterly winds will spread eastward across the province on Friday and ease from west to east Friday night.
Remarks: There remains some uncertainty regarding where the heaviest rainfall will occur; however, the potential exists for significant totals in some areas. Warnings may be required.
Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris in advance of the rainfall to help reduce flooding. Secure outdoor items, including Halloween decorations and garbage bins, to prevent them from being displaced or damaged by strong winds.
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From: Oct 30, 2025 02:21
Until: Oct 30, 2025 18:21
weather
Rain and strong winds expected on Halloween (Friday).
Locations: Nova Scotia.
Potential rainfall: 30 to 50 mm, with higher amounts possible.
Potential wind gusts: southeasterly 70 to 80 km/h, except up to 110 from Margaree Harbour to Bay St. Lawrence.
Remarks: There remains some uncertainty as to where the highest rainfall amounts will occur, but the potential exists for significant totals over some locations. Warnings may be required for some areas.
Secure outdoor items such as Halloween decorations and garbage bins so they don’t blow around in strong winds.
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From: Oct 29, 2025 07:50
Until: Oct 30, 2025 05:44
weather
Significant rainfall continues tonight.
Locations: most of northern and central Nova Scotia, including the Annapolis Valley.
Additional rainfall: 15 to 30 mm.
Time span: tonight, ending Tuesday morning.
Similar events in the past have led to:
- hazardous driving conditions from water ponding and pooling on roadways.
Remarks: Rainfall intensity and amounts could vary considerably over short distances, even within the same county. Rainfall warnings are in effect for Pictou and Guysborough Counties.
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From: Oct 27, 2025 18:46
Until: Oct 28, 2025 10:46
weather
Significant rainfall occurring.
Locations: most of northern and central Nova Scotia, including the Annapolis Valley.
Total rainfall: 20 to 40 mm, with local amounts potentially reaching close to 50 mm.
Time span: today and tonight, ending Tuesday morning.
Similar events in the past have led to:
- hazardous driving conditions from water ponding and pooling on roadways.
Remarks: Rainfall intensity and amounts could vary considerably over short distances, even within the same county. Given the nature of this system there remains some uncertainty at this time where the heaviest rainfall will occur. Rainfall warnings are in effect for Pictou and Guysborough Counties.
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From: Oct 27, 2025 13:49
Until: Oct 28, 2025 05:49
weather
Significant rainfall expected.
Locations: most of northern and central Nova Scotia including the Valley.
Total rainfall: 20 to 40 mm, with local amounts potentially reaching 50 mm.
Time span: today and tonight, ending Tuesday morning.
Similar events in the past have led to:
- hazardous driving conditions from water ponding and pooling on roadways.
Remarks: Rainfall intensity and amounts could vary considerably over short distances, even within the same county. Given the nature of this system there remains some uncertainty at this time where the heaviest rainfall will occur. Rainfall warnings are in effect for Pictou and Guysborough counties and these may be extended as this system evolves.
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From: Oct 27, 2025 07:33
Until: Oct 27, 2025 23:33
frost
Frost may damage some crops in frost-prone areas.
Minimum temperatures: minus 1 to plus 3.
Locations: Halifax, Lunenburg, Queens, Shelburne, Yarmouth, Digby, Annapolis, Kings and Hants counties.
Time span: early Friday morning.
Remarks: Frost is expected to form as clear skies and light winds coincide with very cool temperatures.
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Frost advisories are issued when temperatures are expected to reach the freezing mark during the growing season, leading to potential damage and destruction to plants and crops.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NSstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #NSStorm.
From: Oct 10, 2025 01:37
Until: Oct 10, 2025 12:51
frost
Frost may damage some crops in frost-prone areas.
Minimum temperatures: 0 in low lying inland areas to 4 along parts of the coast.
Locations: Halifax and western Nova Scotia.
Time span: early Friday morning.
Remarks: Widespread frost is expected to form as clear skies and light winds coincide with very cool temperatures.
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Frost advisories are issued when temperatures are expected to reach the freezing mark during the growing season, leading to potential damage and destruction to plants and crops.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NSstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #NSStorm.
From: Oct 09, 2025 07:42
Until: Oct 09, 2025 23:42
Wildfire
Lake George Wildfire evacuation order lifting October 9
From: Oct 08, 2025 21:12
Until: Oct 09, 2025 21:05
air quality
Wildfire smoke may be reducing local air quality.
Locations: Annapolis and Kings Counties.
Short range wind forecast: northwest 30 gusting to 50 km/h today.
Remarks: Smoke from wildfires may lead to reduced air quality in their vicinity and directly downwind. Smoke conditions may vary locally as wind and fire behaviour changes.
People more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke, including people aged 65 and older, pregnant people, infants and young children, people with an existing illness or chronic health condition, and people who work outdoors, should avoid strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms.
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As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events.
You may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance.
Visit http://www.airhealth.ca for information on how to reduce your health risk and your personal contribution to pollution levels, as well as for current and forecast AQHI values.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
From: Oct 09, 2025 07:40
Until: Oct 09, 2025 20:38
air quality
Wildfire smoke may be reducing local air quality.
Locations: Annapolis and Kings Counties.
Short range wind forecast: northwest 30 gusting to 50 km/h tonight and Thursday.
Remarks: Smoke from wildfires may lead to reduced air quality in their vicinity and directly downwind. Smoke conditions may vary locally as wind and fire behaviour changes.
People more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke, including people aged 65 and older, pregnant people, infants and young children, people with an existing illness or chronic health condition, and people who work outdoors, should avoid strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms.
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As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events.
You may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance.
Visit http://www.airhealth.ca for information on how to reduce your health risk and your personal contribution to pollution levels, as well as for current and forecast AQHI values.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
From: Oct 09, 2025 00:46
Until: Oct 09, 2025 16:46
air quality
Wildfire smoke may be reducing local air quality.
Locations: Annapolis and Kings Counties.
Short range wind forecast: Light becoming southwesterly 20 to 40 km/h later this morning.
Remarks: Smoke from wildfires may lead to reduced air quality in their vicinity and directly downwind. Smoke conditions may vary locally as wind and fire behaviour changes.
People more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke, including people aged 65 and older, pregnant people, infants and young children, people with an existing illness or chronic health condition, and people who work outdoors, should avoid strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms.
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As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events.
You may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance.
Visit http://www.airhealth.ca for information on how to reduce your health risk and your personal contribution to pollution levels, as well as for current and forecast AQHI values.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
From: Oct 07, 2025 08:46
Until: Oct 08, 2025 00:46
air quality
Wildfire smoke may be reducing local air quality.
Locations: Annapolis and Kings Counties.
Short range wind forecast: Light southwesterly winds.
Remarks: Smoke from wildfires may lead to reduced air quality in their vicinity and directly downwind. Smoke conditions may vary locally as wind and fire behaviour changes.
People more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke, including people aged 65 and older, pregnant people, infants and young children, people with an existing illness or chronic health condition, and people who work outdoors, should avoid strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms.
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As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events.
You may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance.
Visit http://www.airhealth.ca for information on how to reduce your health risk and your personal contribution to pollution levels, as well as for current and forecast AQHI values.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
From: Oct 07, 2025 00:34
Until: Oct 07, 2025 16:34
