Black Point, NS
Nova Scotia · Halifax Metro
Black Point is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 486.
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 Black Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.8°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 35.6 sq mi (92.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6515°N, 63.9814°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 | 32 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 5.7 in |
Black Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 23°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and August the driest (3.7").
Radio Stations near Black Point
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Halifax, NS (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Music Atlantic (Halifax) MP3 Stream | blues, classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio 1 Halifax | local news, public | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CKUL-FM "The Breeze 96.5" Halifax, NS | new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary | AAC 132 kbps | |
| Surge 105 | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| CKVE-FM 88.7 "Cove FM" Halifax, NS | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKHZ-FM "Hot Country 103.5" Halifax, NS | country | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Seaside FM 105.9 - CFEP-FM - Eastern Passage | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Nouvelle-Écosse, Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador) Halifax, NS | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CKHY-FM 105.1 "Surge 105" Dartmouth, NS | active rock | AAC 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 Black Point
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hooked Rug Museum of North America | ||||
| Uniacke Estate Museum Park Entrance |
Libraries in Black Point
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. D. Shatford Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| J.D. Shatford Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tantallon Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Black Point
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hubbards Farmer's Market | |||||
| Rosa Rugosa | |||||
| Rosa Rugosa |
Ski Resorts Near Black Point
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Martock | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Black Point
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Halifax / Stanfield International Airport | YHZ | Large Airport |
| Dayspring Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| East Gore Eco Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Porters Lake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stanley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Black Point
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| William Black United Church |
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What is the population of Black Point?
Black Point has a population of 486 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 35.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Black Point?
Black Point has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches, with 20.6 inches of snow.
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