Scotchtown, NS
Nova Scotia
Scotchtown is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 1,082.
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 Scotchtown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.5°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2389°N, 60.0997°W |
| Timezone | America/Glace_Bay |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 5.8 in | |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
Scotchtown has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 21°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 59.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.4") and June the driest (3.5").
Schools in Scotchtown
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Scotchtown
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 Scotchtown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Breton Miners Museum | ||||
| Cossit House Museum | ||||
| Dominion Heritage School House Museum | ||||
| Jost House | ||||
| Jost House Museum | ||||
| Marconi National Historic Site | ||||
| North Sydney Heritage Museum | ||||
| St Patrick's Museum | ||||
| St. Patricks | ||||
| Sydney Mines Fossil Centre | ||||
| Sydney Museum | ||||
| Whitney Pier Historical Society |
Libraries in Scotchtown
| 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 Scotchtown
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Breton Farmers' Market | |||||
| Cape Breton food hub | |||||
| Hank's Family Farm Market |
Gas Stations in Scotchtown
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Scotchtown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breton Brewing Co. | ||||
| Island Folk Cider House |
Ski Resorts Near Scotchtown
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 Scotchtown
3 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Scotchtown
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Michaels |
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What is the population of Scotchtown?
Scotchtown has a population of 1,082 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 177 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Scotchtown?
Scotchtown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 59.0 inches, with 22.6 inches of snow.
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