Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada? If you're planning to go to Peggy's Cove, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada

Based on the climate and weather in Peggy's Cove, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

Important essentials for Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Peggy's Cove, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


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  • Kids' KN95 masks

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  • A vaccine card protector

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  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

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What to wear/what to pack for Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada by month

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January

If you go to Peggy's Cove in January, you will notice that it is very cold. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month and snow sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).

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February

February in Peggy's Cove is very cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C), with a few days below -4 F (20+ below zero C). It tends to rain sometimes. It also snows once in a while.

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March

In March, Peggy's Cove is pretty cool. Temperatures routinely are in the high 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Peggy's Cove, with a few of the days of the month having rain.

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April

If you vacation in Peggy's Cove during April, you will probably find that it is cold and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

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May

If you visit Peggy's Cove during May, you might find that it is crisp and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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June

If you are traveling to Peggy's Cove in June, you will notice that it is mild and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).

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July

If you vacation in Peggy's Cove during July, you may notice that it is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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August

If you are traveling to Peggy's Cove in August, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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September

September for Peggy's Cove is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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October

If you visit Peggy's Cove during October, you might see that it is crisp and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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November

November is cold and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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December

If you are traveling to Peggy's Cove in December, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Expect it to rain about a third of the time and snow once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).

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