Windsor, NS

Nova Scotia

Windsor is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 3,864.

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

3,864 Population 8/sq mi density
43°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population3,864
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Windsor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area482.8 sq mi (1,250.5 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates44.9835°N, 64.1320°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.5"
38% above US avg
Snowfall 20.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.55"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.7 on Jan 12, 2017.

Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 90 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 121 km
Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 75 km
Jun 27, 2015 38 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.5 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 81 km
2009 Bill Category 1 144 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 211 km
2003 Juan Category 2 70 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 218 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 101 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

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 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 4.3 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 4.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 4.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 47°F (9°C) 4.5 in
November 38°F (4°C) 5.6 in Wettest
December 27°F (-3°C) 5.4 in

Windsor has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 21°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (3.3").

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Schools in Windsor

9 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Avon View High School - - - -
King's-Edgehill School - - - -
Windsor Elementary School - - - -
Three Mile Plains - - - -
David K. Wilson Senior School - - - -
Avon View High School - - - -
Avon View High School - - - -
Margaret Vair McLellan Junior School - - - -
King's-Edgehill School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Windsor

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Seaside FM 105.9 - CFEP-FM - Eastern Passage community radio MP3 128 kbps
CIOE-FM 97.5 Lower Sackville, NS community radio MP3 96 kbps
CIJK-FM "Rewind 89.3" - New Minas, NS classic hits, new format rebranding AAC 132 kbps

Museums in Windsor

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Black Smith Shop
Churchill House
Clifton Museum
Eglise mémorielle
Prescott House Museum
Shand House Museum

Libraries in Windsor

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
A. Gordon Cooper Library0.0
Wolfville Memorial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Windsor

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
market
Wolfville Farmer's Market

Hotels in Windsor

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Clockmaker's Inn

Cafes in Windsor

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Theme Parks in Windsor

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

On Tree Park

Gas Stations in Windsor

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Irving
Irving
Oultons Cardlock
Petro-Canada
Ultramar

Breweries in Windsor

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Annapolis Cider Co
Horton Ridge Malt & Grain
Meander River Farm & Brewery
Schoolhouse Brewery
The Church Brewing Co.

Ski Resorts Near Windsor

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Martock 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Windsor

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Halifax / Stanfield International AirportYHZLarge Airport
Dayspring Airpark-Small Airport
Debert Airport-Small Airport
East Gore Eco Airpark-Small Airport
Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome-Small Airport
Stanley Airport-Small Airport
Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Windsor

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hensley Memorial Chapel
Windsor Masonic Lodge

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Waterfalls
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Waterfalls Near Windsor

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Windsor.

Name Description
Millet Falls

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Frequently Asked Questions About Windsor

What is the population of Windsor?

Windsor has a population of 3,864 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 482.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Windsor?

Windsor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches, with 20.0 inches of snow.

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