North Sydney, NS
Nova Scotia
North Sydney is a small city in Nova Scotia with a population of 5,699.
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 North Sydney Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 993/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2078°N, 60.2549°W |
| Timezone | America/Glace_Bay |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 5.6 in | |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 6.0 in |
North Sydney has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (3.3").
Schools in North Sydney
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seton Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ferrisview Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near North Sydney
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Sydney, NS (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBFM.ca Gaelic College - St. Ann's, NS | community radio, folk music | MP3 192 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 North Sydney
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cossit House Museum | ||||
| Dominion Heritage School House Museum | ||||
| Jost House | ||||
| Jost House Museum | ||||
| North Sydney Heritage Museum | ||||
| St Patrick's Museum | ||||
| St. Patricks | ||||
| Sydney Mines Fossil Centre | ||||
| Sydney Museum | ||||
| Whitney Pier Historical Society |
Libraries in North Sydney
| 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 North Sydney
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Breton Farmers' Market | |||||
| Cape Breton food hub | |||||
| Hank's Family Farm Market |
Cafes in North Sydney
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in North Sydney
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in North Sydney
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in North Sydney
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in North Sydney
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breton Brewing Co. | ||||
| Island Folk Cider House |
Ski Resorts Near North Sydney
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 North Sydney
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport | YQY | Medium Airport |
| Crowdis Mountain Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crown Jewel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Margaree Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in North Sydney
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| North Sydney Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in North Sydney
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Jehovas Witness | |
| LDS | |
| Saint Joseph Church |
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What is the population of North Sydney?
North Sydney has a population of 5,699 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 993 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in North Sydney?
North Sydney has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 68.0 inches, with 86.0 inches of snow.
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