Sydney Forks, NS
Nova Scotia
Sydney Forks is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 1,081.
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 Sydney Forks 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 | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,897/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.0604°N, 60.3039°W |
| Timezone | America/Glace_Bay |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 5.7 in | |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 6.0 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
Sydney Forks has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 21°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 59.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (3.7").
Radio Stations near Sydney Forks
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Sydney, NS (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBFM.ca Gaelic College - St. Ann's, NS | community radio, folk music | MP3 192 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 Sydney Forks
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cossit House Museum | ||||
| Jost House | ||||
| Jost House Museum | ||||
| North Sydney Heritage Museum | ||||
| St Patrick's Museum | ||||
| St. Patricks | ||||
| Sydney Mines Fossil Centre | ||||
| Sydney Museum | ||||
| Whitney Pier Historical Society |
Libraries in Sydney Forks
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James McConnell Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Martha Hollett Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wilfred Oram Centennial Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sydney Forks
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Breton Farmers' Market | |||||
| Cape Breton food hub | |||||
| Hank's Family Farm Market |
Gas Stations in Sydney Forks
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sydney Forks
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sydney Forks
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breton Brewing Co. | ||||
| Island Folk Cider House |
Ski Resorts Near Sydney Forks
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 Sydney Forks
4 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 |
| Margaree Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sydney Forks
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| East Bay Post Office | |
| Sydney Forks Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sydney Forks
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Mary's Catholic Church | |
| United Church |
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What is the population of Sydney Forks?
Sydney Forks has a population of 1,081 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 1,897 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sydney Forks?
Sydney Forks 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 59.9 inches, with 22.4 inches of snow.
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