Cambridge, NS

Nova Scotia

Cambridge is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 703.

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

703 Population 2/sq mi density
44°F Avg Temperature

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How Cambridge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population703
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Cambridge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area476.1 sq mi (1,233.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates45.0573°N, 64.6348°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.4"
25% above US avg
Snowfall 17.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.92"
Driest Month (Jun) 3.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 10, 2019.

Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 135 km
Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 85 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 96 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 129 km
Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 114 km
Jun 27, 2015 38 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.5 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 85 km
2009 Bill Category 1 184 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 187 km
2003 Juan Category 2 98 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 258 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 135 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

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 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 3.9 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 4.2 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in Driest
July 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in
October 47°F (9°C) 4.0 in
November 38°F (3°C) 4.9 in Wettest
December 27°F (-3°C) 4.7 in

Cambridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 21°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Cambridge

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Central Kings Rural High School - - - -
Cambridge and District Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cambridge

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIJK-FM "Rewind 89.3" - New Minas, NS classic hits, new format rebranding AAC 132 kbps

Museums in Cambridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apple Capital Museum
Blair House
Kentville Historical Society
Kings County Museum
Northville Farm Heritage Centre

Libraries in Cambridge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Berwick and District Library0.0
Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library0.0

Cafes in Cambridge

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Windmill Cafe

Cinemas in Cambridge

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Valley Drive-In Theatre

Gas Stations in Cambridge

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wilsons

Breweries in Cambridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bay of Fundy Brewing Co.
The Port Taproom

Ski Resorts Near Cambridge

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Martock 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Cambridge

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CFB GreenwoodYZXMedium Airport
Dayspring Airpark-Small Airport
Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome-Small Airport
Stanley Airport-Small Airport
Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Cambridge

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Waterville Post Office

Treatment Centers in Cambridge

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Beacon House
Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cambridge

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cambridge Baptist Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cambridge

What is the population of Cambridge?

Cambridge has a population of 703 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 476.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cambridge?

Cambridge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches, with 17.2 inches of snow.

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