Sydney, NS
Full City Profile · Nova Scotia
105,968
Population
9,669/sq mi density
46°F
Avg Temperature
Sydney experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.6 inches. The area receives 85.9 inches of snow annually.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 11.0 sq mi (28.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,669/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.1351°N, 60.1831°W |
| Timezone | America/Glace_Bay |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°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 | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| 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 has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 21°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (3.7").