Louisbourg, NS
Nova Scotia
Louisbourg is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 1,265.
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 Louisbourg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Area | 11.5 sq mi (29.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 110/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9168°N, 59.9651°W |
| Timezone | America/Glace_Bay |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 5.8 in | |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 6.3 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
Louisbourg has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 22°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 62.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.4") and July the driest (3.9").
Radio Stations near Louisbourg
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 Louisbourg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cossit House Museum | ||||
| Fortress of Louisbourg | ||||
| Jost House | ||||
| Jost House Museum | ||||
| St Patrick's Museum | ||||
| St. Patricks | ||||
| Sydney & Louisburg Railway Museum | ||||
| Sydney Museum | ||||
| Whitney Pier Historical Society |
Libraries in Louisbourg
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James McConnell Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Louisbourg
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Breton Farmers' Market |
Hotels in Louisbourg
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Louisbourg
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Louisbourg
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Louisbourg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Folk Cider House |
Ski Resorts Near Louisbourg
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Eoin | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Louisbourg
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport | YQY | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Louisbourg
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Louisbourg Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Louisbourg
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Military chapel | |
| St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church |
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What is the population of Louisbourg?
Louisbourg has a population of 1,265 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 110 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Louisbourg?
Louisbourg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 62.9 inches, with 22.8 inches of snow.
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