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
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How Sydney Mines Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 8.3 sq mi (21.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,497/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2367°N, 60.2177°W |
| Timezone | America/Glace_Bay |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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").
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 | - | - | - | - |
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
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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
| 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 Sydney Mines
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Banks in Sydney Mines
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sydney Mines
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport | YQY | Medium Airport |
| Crowdis Mountain Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crown Jewel Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sydney Mines
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sydney Mines Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sydney Mines
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 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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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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