Penobsquis, NB

New Brunswick

Penobsquis is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,500.

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

1,500 Population 13/sq mi density
42°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population1,500
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Penobsquis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area120.4 sq mi (311.9 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates45.7763°N, 65.3810°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.8"
23% above US avg
Snowfall 20.8"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.49"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 116 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 105 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 83 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 112 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 93 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 149 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 142 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 103 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 134 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 106 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 93 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 82 km
Jul 25, 2013 32 km N of Keswick Ridge, Canada M2.8 134 km
Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 56 km
Jan 3, 2017 20 km E of Oromocto, Canada M2.7 66 km
Mar 7, 2008 32 km S of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 107 km
Apr 22, 2016 69 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.6 94 km
Nov 28, 2013 60 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.6 87 km
Feb 2, 2018 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 56 km
Feb 1, 2018 54 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 55 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 1 172 km
2009 Bill Category 1 273 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 229 km
2003 Juan Category 2 125 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 232 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.5 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 3.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.2 in
November 35°F (2°C) 4.5 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 4.5 in Wettest

Penobsquis has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 16°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and August the driest (3.3").

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Museums in Penobsquis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Agricultural Museum of N.B. Inc.

Libraries in Penobsquis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Petitcodiac Public Library0.0
Sussex Regional Library0.0

Ski Resorts Near Penobsquis

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Penobsquis

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International AirportYQMMedium Airport
Saint John AirportYSJMedium Airport
Bouctouche Airport-Small Airport
Chipman Airport-Small Airport
Havelock Airport-Small Airport
Moncton / McEwen Airport-Small Airport
Sussex Airport-Small Airport
Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport-Small Airport

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UFO Sightings Near Penobsquis

1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Penobsquis.

Name Year Description
Penobsquis (canada), NB 2006 flashing lights in the tree line late at night that went straight up and down

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What is the population of Penobsquis?

Penobsquis has a population of 1,500 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 120.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Penobsquis?

Penobsquis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.8 inches, with 20.8 inches of snow.

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