Greenwich, NS

Nova Scotia

Greenwich is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 300.

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

300 Population 121/sq mi density
44°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population300
Density121/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Greenwich 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 17.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

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

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density121/sq mi
Coordinates45.0843°N, 64.3983°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.4"
25% above US avg
Snowfall 17.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.88"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.23"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.9 on Mar 14, 2018.

Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 91 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 147 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 111 km
Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 99 km
Jun 27, 2015 38 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.5 111 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 88 km
2009 Bill Category 1 168 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 202 km
2003 Juan Category 2 90 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 240 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 123 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 82 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 3.9 in
March 29°F (-1°C) 4.3 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.7 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.9 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in
November 38°F (4°C) 4.9 in Wettest
December 27°F (-3°C) 4.6 in

Greenwich has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 21°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.9") and August the driest (3.2").

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Schools in Greenwich

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Horton High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Greenwich

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 Greenwich

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Black Smith Shop
Blair House
Churchill House
Eglise mémorielle
Kentville Historical Society
Kings County Museum
Northville Farm Heritage Centre
Prescott House Museum

Libraries in Greenwich

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library0.0
Wolfville Memorial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Greenwich

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wolfville Farmer's Market

Hotels in Greenwich

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Old Orchard Inn

Cafes in Greenwich

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Edible Art Café

Gas Stations in Greenwich

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
West Nova Fuels

Golf Courses in Greenwich

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ken-Wo Golf Club

Breweries in Greenwich

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

Ski Resorts Near Greenwich

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Greenwich

6 airports within the area.

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

Treatment Centers in Greenwich

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Beacon House

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Waterfalls
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Waterfalls Near Greenwich

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Greenwich.

Name Description
Hellgate Falls

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Frequently Asked Questions About Greenwich

What is the population of Greenwich?

Greenwich has a population of 300 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 121 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Greenwich?

Greenwich 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 17.3 inches of snow.

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