Bridgetown, NS
Nova Scotia
Bridgetown is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 970.
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 Bridgetown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 236.5 sq mi (612.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8430°N, 65.2890°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 | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 4.1 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) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
Bridgetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 21°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (3.3").
Schools in Bridgetown
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgetown Regional Community School | - | - | - | - |
| bridgetown regional community school | - | - | - | - |
| bridgetown regional community school | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bridgetown
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Bridgetown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ft. Anne NHS | ||||
| Lawrencetown Farm Museum | ||||
| Macdonald Museum | ||||
| Middleton Railway Museum | ||||
| North Hills Museum | ||||
| Sinclair Inn Museum |
Libraries in Bridgetown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annapolis Valley Regional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridgetown Branch, Annapolis Valley Regional Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bridgetown
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annapolis Royal Farmers and Traders Market |
Cafes in Bridgetown
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bridgetown
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bridgetown
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bridgetown
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bridgetown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annapolis Brewing Company | ||||
| Lunn's Mill Beer Company |
Airports Near Bridgetown
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| CFB Greenwood | YZX | Medium Airport |
| Digby / Annapolis Regional Airport | YDG | Medium Airport |
| Saint John Airport | YSJ | Medium Airport |
| Liverpool South Shore Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bridgetown
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bridgetown Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bridgetown
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bridgetown Baptist Church | |
| St James Anglican Church | |
| St Mary's Anglican Church |
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What is the population of Bridgetown?
Bridgetown has a population of 970 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 236.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bridgetown?
Bridgetown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 50.0 inches, with 18.9 inches of snow.
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