River John, NS
Nova Scotia
River John is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 2,399.
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 River John Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,121/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7502°N, 63.0487°W |
| Timezone | America/Halifax |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1917 | HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA | Earthquake + Landslide | 7.0 m | 2,000 | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 38°F (4°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.8 in |
River John has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 20°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (3.2").
Radio Stations near River John
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKEZ-FM "Q97.9" - New Glasgow, NS | active rock, classic rock | AAC 132 kbps | |
| CFCY 95.1 Charlottetown, PE | charlottetown, commercial | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Cat Country 102.9 (US) | country | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Cat Country 107.3 (US) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Cat Country 106.3 (US) | country | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CKEC-FM 94.1 "The Breeze" - New Glasgow, NS | new format rebranding, pictou county | AAC 130 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Charlottetown, PE | cbc, features | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100.9 The Wave - CKTO-FM, Truro | 80s, 90s | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CHLQ-FM "MAX 93.1" Charlottetown, PE | mainstream rock, new format rebranding | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Île-du-Prince-Édouard) Charlottetown, PE | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in River John
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tatamagouche Heritage Center Ship Workshop | ||||
| Tatamagouche Heritage Centre |
Libraries in River John
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janice Murray Gill Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in River John
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tatamagouche Farmers Market | |||||
| Tatamagouche Grain Elevator |
Gas Stations in River John
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in River John
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tatamagouche Brewing Co. |
Airports Near River John
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Charlottetown Airport | YYG | Medium Airport |
| Cable Head Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Centredale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Debert Airport | - | Small Airport |
| East Gore Eco Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Fox Harbour Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Thorburn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Trenton Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in River John
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| River John Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in River John
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Salem United Church | |
| St. George's Presbyterian Church | |
| St. John the Baptist Anglican Church |
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What is the population of River John?
River John has a population of 2,399 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 1,121 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in River John?
River John has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow.
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