Kingston, NS
Nova Scotia
Kingston is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 3,466.
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 Kingston 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 | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 873/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9919°N, 64.9409°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 | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
Kingston has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 21°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and April the driest (3.5").
Schools in Kingston
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pine Ridge Middle School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kingston
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 Kingston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Capital Museum | ||||
| Greenwood Aviation Museum | ||||
| Lawrencetown Farm Museum | ||||
| Macdonald Museum | ||||
| Middleton Railway Museum |
Libraries in Kingston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annapolis Valley Regional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Berwick and District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| GACSTC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kingston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Farmers Market | |||||
| Temporary Popup Market |
Cafes in Kingston
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kingston
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kingston
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kingston
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kingston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunn's Mill Beer Company |
Ski Resorts Near Kingston
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poley Mountain Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kingston
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| CFB Greenwood | YZX | Medium Airport |
| Dayspring Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Sussex Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kingston
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingston Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kingston
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Anglican Church | |
| Kingston United Baptist Church |
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What is the population of Kingston?
Kingston has a population of 3,466 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 873 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kingston?
Kingston 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 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches, with 18.5 inches of snow.
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