West Dover, NS
Nova Scotia · Halifax Metro
West Dover is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 180.
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 West Dover Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.3°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 20.0 sq mi (51.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4954°N, 63.8766°W |
| Timezone | America/Halifax |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1917 | HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA | Earthquake + Landslide | 7.0 m | 2,000 | 28 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 5.7 in |
West Dover has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 25°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.7") and August the driest (3.7").
Radio Stations near West Dover
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Halifax, NS (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Music Atlantic (Halifax) MP3 Stream | blues, classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio 1 Halifax | local news, public | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CKUL-FM "The Breeze 96.5" Halifax, NS | new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary | AAC 132 kbps | |
| AVR 97.7 | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Surge 105 | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| CKVE-FM 88.7 "Cove FM" Halifax, NS | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKHZ-FM "Hot Country 103.5" Halifax, NS | country | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Seaside FM 105.9 - CFEP-FM - Eastern Passage | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Nouvelle-Écosse, Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador) Halifax, NS | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CKHY-FM 105.1 "Surge 105" Dartmouth, NS | active rock | AAC 128 kbps | |
| CIOE-FM 97.5 Lower Sackville, NS | community radio | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in West Dover
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hooked Rug Museum of North America | ||||
| Scott Manor House | ||||
| SS Atlantic Interpretative Centre | ||||
| Steele Wheels Motor Museum |
Libraries in West Dover
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| J. D. Shatford Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| J.D. Shatford Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Keshen Goodman Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tantallon Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in West Dover
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hubbards Farmer's Market | |||||
| Rosa Rugosa | |||||
| Rosa Rugosa |
Breweries in West Dover
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Off Track Brewing Ltd. |
Ski Resorts Near West Dover
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Martock | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near West Dover
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Halifax / Stanfield International Airport | YHZ | Large Airport |
| Dayspring Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| East Gore Eco Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Porters Lake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stanley Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in West Dover
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton Park Walk-In Medical Clinic | ||
| Dr. T.P. Corkum Gynecology | ||
| HealthView Medical Imaging | ||
| Lacewood Medical Centre | ||
| Lifemark Physiotherapy | ||
| Roth Associates in Psychology | ||
| TLC Laser Eye Centers |
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What is the population of West Dover?
West Dover has a population of 180 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 20.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in West Dover?
West Dover has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches, with 20.5 inches of snow.
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