Pictou Island, NS
Nova Scotia
Pictou Island is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 28.
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 Pictou Island 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 | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8094°N, 62.5539°W |
| Timezone | America/Halifax |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 5.0 in |
Pictou Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 21°F in February to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (3.2").
Radio Stations near Pictou Island
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKEZ-FM "Q97.9" - New Glasgow, NS | active rock, classic rock | AAC 132 kbps | |
| CKEC-FM 94.1 "The Breeze" - New Glasgow, NS | new format rebranding, pictou county | AAC 130 kbps | |
| 989 XFM - CJFX | hits radio | MP3 |
Museums in Pictou Island
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmichael-Stewart House Museum | ||||
| McCulloch House Museum & Genealogy Centre | ||||
| Museum of Industry | ||||
| Museum of Industry | ||||
| Museum of Industry |
Libraries in Pictou Island
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murray Harbour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Glasgow Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pictou Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Trenton Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pictou Island
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Love Local Vendor Village |
Breweries in Pictou Island
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backstage Brewing |
Airports Near Pictou Island
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Charlottetown Airport | YYG | Medium Airport |
| Cable Head Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Centredale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Thorburn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Trenton Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pictou Island
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sutherland Memorial Church |
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What is the population of Pictou Island?
Pictou Island has a population of 28 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pictou Island?
Pictou Island 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 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches, with 16.1 inches of snow.
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