Dominion, NS
Nova Scotia
Dominion is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 1,953.
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 Dominion Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.5°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Area | 11.5 sq mi (29.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 170/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2168°N, 60.0152°W |
| Timezone | America/Glace_Bay |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 5.8 in | |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
Dominion has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 21°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 59.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.4") and June the driest (3.5").
Schools in Dominion
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MacDonald Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bridgeport School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dominion
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Sydney, NS (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHRK-FM "Hot 101.9" - Sydney, NS | hot adult contemporary, rebranding | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Max FM 98.3 - CHER-FM | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 94.9 The Wave - CKPE-FM | 70s, 80s | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Dominion
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Breton Miners Museum | ||||
| Cossit House Museum | ||||
| Dominion Heritage School House Museum | ||||
| Jost House | ||||
| Jost House Museum | ||||
| Marconi National Historic Site | ||||
| North Sydney Heritage Museum | ||||
| St Patrick's Museum | ||||
| St. Patricks | ||||
| Sydney Mines Fossil Centre | ||||
| Sydney Museum | ||||
| Whitney Pier Historical Society |
Libraries in Dominion
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James McConnell Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Martha Hollett Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wilfred Oram Centennial Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dominion
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Breton Farmers' Market |
Cafes in Dominion
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dominion
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dominion
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breton Brewing Co. | ||||
| Island Folk Cider House |
Ski Resorts Near Dominion
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Eoin | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Cape Smokey | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Dominion
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport | YQY | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Dominion
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dominion Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dominion
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Good Shepard | |
| Immaculate Conception |
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What is the population of Dominion?
Dominion has a population of 1,953 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 170 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dominion?
Dominion has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 59.0 inches, with 22.6 inches of snow.
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