Wells, NB

New Brunswick · Saint John Metro

Wells is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,266.

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

1,266 Population 95/sq mi density
42°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population1,266
Density95/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Wells has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area13.4 sq mi (34.6 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates45.3851°N, 65.9290°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.6"
30% above US avg
Snowfall 18.1"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.16"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 105 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 94 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 138 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 147 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 28 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 136 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 113 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 117 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 129 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 132 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 84 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 24 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 124 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 129 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 118 km
Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 89 km
Jul 25, 2013 32 km N of Keswick Ridge, Canada M2.8 128 km
Jul 29, 2010 5 km WNW of Northfield, Maine M2.7 147 km
Feb 8, 2016 8 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M2.7 113 km
Jan 3, 2017 20 km E of Oromocto, Canada M2.7 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 165 km
2009 Bill Category 1 264 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 178 km
2003 Juan Category 2 179 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 240 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 5.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 19°F (-7°C) 3.4 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.5 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in Driest
September 56°F (14°C) 4.3 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.8 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 5.1 in

Wells has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 17°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Wells

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Loch Lomond School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wells

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Saint John, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CHWV-FM 97.3 "The Wave" Saint John, NB hot adult contemporary AAC 128 kbps
CFBC 930 Saint John, NB country MP3 64 kbps
CFMH-FM "Local 107.3" University of New Brunswick - Saint John, NB campus radio, community radio MP3 320 kbps
CIFA 104.1 FM acadian, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHSJ-FM 94.1 "Country 94" Saint John, NB country AAC 128 kbps
CHNI-FM "Q88.9" - Saint John, NB active rock, classic rock AAC 130 kbps
CHQC-FM "C105 FM" - Saint John, NB community radio MP3 192 kbps
CINB-FM "Oldies96" - Saint John, NB community radio, oldies AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Wells

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carleton Martello Tower National Historic Site
Frank & Ella Hatheway Labour Exhibit
Kings County Gaol
Loyalist House
New Brunswick Museum
New Brunswick Museum
Old No. 2 Engine House Museum
Saint John Jewish Historical Museum

Libraries in Wells

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fawcett Hall Library0.0
Kennebecasis Public Library0.0
Saint John Free Public Library0.0
Saint John Free Public Library0.0
Saint John Free Public Library0.0
Ward Chipman Library0.0
West Branch Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Wells

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
City Market
Kingston Farmer's Market
Korea Market
Queen Square Farmers Market

Gas Stations in Wells

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Petro-Canada
Shell
Ultramar

Breweries in Wells

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Foghorn Brewing Company - Taproom and Craft Beer Store
Loyalist City Brewing Co.

Stadiums & Teams in Wells

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Wells

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Poley Mountain Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Wells

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Saint John AirportYSJMedium Airport
Havelock Airport-Small Airport
Sussex Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Wells

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Parrtown Community Correctional Centre
Ridgewood Addiction Services

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wells

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Joseph

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wells

What is the population of Wells?

Wells has a population of 1,266 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 13.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Wells?

Wells has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches, with 18.1 inches of snow.

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