Centreville, NS

Nova Scotia

Centreville is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 1,159.

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

1,159 Population 176/sq mi density
44°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population1,159
Density176/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Centreville 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 79 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

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates45.1335°N, 64.5321°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 M3.4 141 km
Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 94 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 108 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 135 km
Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 111 km
Jun 27, 2015 38 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.5 107 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 93 km
2009 Bill Category 1 180 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 199 km
2003 Juan Category 2 100 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 251 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 134 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 93 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

Centreville 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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Radio Stations near Centreville

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 Centreville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apple Capital Museum
Black Smith Shop
Blair House
Eglise mémorielle
Kentville Historical Society
Kings County Museum
Northville Farm Heritage Centre
Ottawa House By The Sea
Prescott House Museum

Libraries in Centreville

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

Farmers Markets in Centreville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wolfville Farmer's Market

Golf Courses in Centreville

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eagle Crest Golf Course

Breweries in Centreville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Annapolis Cider Co
Bay of Fundy Brewing Co.
Horton Ridge Malt & Grain
The Church Brewing Co.
The Port Taproom

Ski Resorts Near Centreville

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Centreville

4 airports within the area.

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

Post Offices in Centreville

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Centreville Post Office

Treatment Centers in Centreville

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Beacon House
Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Centreville

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Billtown United Baptist Church
Centreville Baptist Church
united baptist church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Centreville

What is the population of Centreville?

Centreville has a population of 1,159 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 176 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Centreville?

Centreville 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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