Shag Harbour, NS
Nova Scotia
Shag Harbour is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 400.
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 Shag Harbour Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 367/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4941°N, 65.7180°W |
| Timezone | America/Halifax |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 5.2 in |
Shag Harbour has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 27°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and September the driest (3.4").
Schools in Shag Harbour
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evelyn Richardson Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Shag Harbour
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJLS-FM "Y95" 95.5 Yarmouth, 93.5 Digby, 96.3 Shelburne, NS | classic hits | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Shag Harbour
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The historic acadian Village of Nova Scotia |
Libraries in Shag Harbour
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark's Harbour Town Library | 0.0 |
Airports Near Shag Harbour
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yarmouth Airport | YQI | Medium Airport |
| Finlay Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Keizers Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Lower East Pubnico (La Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shag Harbour
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lower East Pubnico Post Office | |
| Lower Woods Harbour Post Office | |
| Shag Harbour Post Office |
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What is the population of Shag Harbour?
Shag Harbour has a population of 400 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 367 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shag Harbour?
Shag Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches, with 19.0 inches of snow.
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