Avondale, NS
Nova Scotia · Halifax Metro
Avondale is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 584.
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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How Avondale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.7°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 482.8 sq mi (1,250.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0230°N, 64.1237°W |
| Timezone | America/Halifax |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1917 | HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA | Earthquake + Landslide | 7.0 m | 2,000 | 61 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.6 in |
Avondale has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 22°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.9") and August the driest (3.0").
Radio Stations near Avondale
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaside FM 105.9 - CFEP-FM - Eastern Passage | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIOE-FM 97.5 Lower Sackville, NS | community radio | MP3 96 kbps | |
| CIJK-FM "Rewind 89.3" - New Minas, NS | classic hits, new format rebranding | AAC 132 kbps |
Museums in Avondale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Smith Shop | ||||
| Churchill House | ||||
| Clifton Museum | ||||
| Eglise mémorielle | ||||
| Shand House Museum |
Libraries in Avondale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Gordon Cooper Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wolfville Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Avondale
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| market | |||||
| Wolfville Farmer's Market |
Gas Stations in Avondale
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Avondale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annapolis Cider Co | ||||
| Horton Ridge Malt & Grain | ||||
| Meander River Farm & Brewery | ||||
| Schoolhouse Brewery | ||||
| The Church Brewing Co. |
Ski Resorts Near Avondale
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Martock | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Avondale
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Halifax / Stanfield International Airport | YHZ | Large Airport |
| Dayspring Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Debert Airport | - | Small Airport |
| East Gore Eco Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Stanley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Avondale?
Avondale has a population of 584 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 482.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Avondale?
Avondale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches, with 17.4 inches of snow.
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