Sydney Mines, NS

Nova Scotia

Sydney Mines is a small city in Nova Scotia with a population of 12,353.

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

12,353 Population 1,497/sq mi density
46°F Avg Temperature

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How Sydney Mines Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population12,353
Density1,497/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain68.0 in/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Sydney Mines experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 86.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.4 km²)
Population Density1,497/sq mi
Coordinates46.2367°N, 60.2177°W
TimezoneAmerica/Glace_Bay

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.0"
79% above US avg
Snowfall 86.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.06"
Driest Month (Jun) 3.27"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ophelia (2011).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Ophelia Category 1 262 km
2010 Earl Category 1 245 km
2009 Bill Category 1 93 km
2003 Juan Category 2 277 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 56 km
2000 Michael Category 2 225 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 129 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 126 km
1989 Dean Category 1 241 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 5.6 in
February 21°F (-6°C) 4.8 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 5.4 in
April 36°F (2°C) 4.8 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in Driest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 6.1 in Wettest
November 39°F (4°C) 5.7 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 6.0 in

Sydney Mines has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (3.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Sydney Mines

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
The Gaelic College - - - - -

Schools in Sydney Mines

4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Memorial High School - - - -
Sydney Mines Junior High School - - - -
St. Joseph Elementary School - - - -
Jubilee Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Sydney Mines

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 Mines

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cossit House Museum
Dominion Heritage School 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 Mines

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
James McConnell Memorial Library0.0
Library0.0
Martha Hollett Memorial Library0.0
Wilfred Oram Centennial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sydney Mines

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cape Breton Farmers' Market
Cape Breton food hub
Hank's Family Farm Market

Gas Stations in Sydney Mines

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Petro-Canada

Banks in Sydney Mines

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Princess Credit Union

Breweries in Sydney Mines

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Breton Brewing Co.
Island Folk Cider House

Ski Resorts Near Sydney Mines

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 Mines

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy AirportYQYMedium Airport
Crowdis Mountain Airstrip-Small Airport
Crown Jewel Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Sydney Mines

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sydney Mines Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sydney Mines

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Carman United Church
Carman United Church
Holy Family
Holy Family
St Andrews Presbyterian
St Andrews Presbyterian
Trinity Anglican Church
Trinity Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sydney Mines

What is the population of Sydney Mines?

Sydney Mines has a population of 12,353 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 1,497 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sydney Mines?

Sydney Mines has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 68.0 inches, with 86.0 inches of snow.

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