Lancaster, NB

New Brunswick · Saint John Metro

Lancaster is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 3,630.

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

3,630 Population 16/sq mi density
42°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population3,630
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Lancaster has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area223.0 sq mi (577.4 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates45.2431°N, 66.1401°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.8"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 16.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.72"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 113 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 71 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 129 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 20 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 149 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 103 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 107 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 132 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 148 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 63 km
Aug 17, 2022 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine M3.0 133 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 13 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 140 km
Jan 17, 2021 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine M2.9 132 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 142 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 111 km
Aug 11, 2022 4 km E of Centerville, Maine M2.8 131 km
Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 107 km
Aug 11, 2022 Maine M2.8 132 km
Jul 25, 2013 32 km N of Keswick Ridge, Canada M2.8 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 167 km
2009 Bill Category 1 261 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 161 km
2003 Juan Category 2 201 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 248 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SUNKEN STR (1,201 ac, 1985).

Year Name Acres Distance
1985 SUNKEN STR 1,201 95 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.3 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 4.2 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.2 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 47°F (9°C) 4.3 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.7 in Wettest
December 25°F (-4°C) 4.7 in

Lancaster has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (2.8").

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Radio Stations near Lancaster

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Saint John, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CHWV-FM 97.3 "The Wave" Saint John, NB hot adult contemporary AAC 128 kbps
CFBC 930 Saint John, NB country MP3 64 kbps
CFMH-FM "Local 107.3" University of New Brunswick - Saint John, NB campus radio, community radio MP3 320 kbps
CIFA 104.1 FM acadian, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHSJ-FM 94.1 "Country 94" Saint John, NB country AAC 128 kbps
CHNI-FM "Q88.9" - Saint John, NB active rock, classic rock AAC 130 kbps
CHQC-FM "C105 FM" - Saint John, NB community radio MP3 192 kbps
CINB-FM "Oldies96" - Saint John, NB community radio, oldies AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Lancaster

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carleton Martello Tower National Historic Site
Frank & Ella Hatheway Labour Exhibit
Loyalist House
New Brunswick Museum
New Brunswick Museum
Old No. 2 Engine House Museum
Saint John Jewish Historical Museum

Libraries in Lancaster

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fawcett Hall Library0.0
Kennebecasis Public Library0.0
Saint John Free Public Library0.0
Saint John Free Public Library0.0
Saint John Free Public Library0.0
Ward Chipman Library0.0
West Branch Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lancaster

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
City Market
Korea Market
Queen Square Farmers Market

Cafes in Lancaster

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Lancaster

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving

Breweries in Lancaster

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Foghorn Brewing Company - Taproom and Craft Beer Store
Loyalist City Brewing Co.

Stadiums & Teams in Lancaster

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Lancaster

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Lancaster

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Digby / Annapolis Regional AirportYDGMedium Airport
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Saint John AirportYSJMedium Airport
Grand Manan Airport-Small Airport
Sussex Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Lancaster

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Parrtown Community Correctional Centre
Ridgewood Addiction Services
Workers' Rehabilitation Centre

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lancaster

What is the population of Lancaster?

Lancaster has a population of 3,630 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 223.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lancaster?

Lancaster has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches, with 16.8 inches of snow.

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