Geography of Nova Scotia
Geography of Nova Scotia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Nova Scotia
Prince Edward Island is 127 mi to the north, New Brunswick is 185 mi to the north-west, Bar Harbor is 221 mi to the west and Acadia National Park is 224 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 44°40′55.2″N 63°44′39.5″W (44.682, -63.7443)
Quick facts about Nova Scotia
| Type | Province |
|---|---|
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 44°40′55.2″N 63°44′39.5″W (44.682, -63.7443) |
| Capital | Halifax |
| Population | 1.050.000 |
| Area | 21.345 sq mi |
| Time zone | America/Halifax |
| Local time | 1:23 AM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Geography by city in Nova Scotia
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Nova Scotia is a province in Canada. Nova Scotia is a Canadian province or territory. It has a population of about 1.1 million. The capital is Halifax.
Right now it is 54°F (12°C) in Nova Scotia with overcast. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 52°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Nova Scotia is June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 75°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 17°F.
Nearby highlights include Acadia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for September. The forecast high of 61°F is 8.5°F below the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Nova Scotia today at 9.1/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Nova Scotia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32° | 19° | 4,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 33° | 17° | 4,7 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 42° | 27° | 6,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 49° | 34° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 44° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 69° | 53° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 75° | 60° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 75° | 60° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 70° | 55° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 47° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 46° | 35° | 5,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 37° | 25° | 5,9 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia is a province in Canada. Its coordinates are 44.682, -63.7443. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Nova Scotia right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nova Scotia?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Nova Scotia, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nova Scotia in?
Nova Scotia observes America/Halifax (UTC-03:00). The local time is 1:23 AM.
How many people live in Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia has a population of approximately 1.1 million.
What are the top things to do in Nova Scotia?
Popular options include Acadia National Park.
What places are in Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia covers 1 places in this atlas, including Halifax.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (ca-provinces) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated September 21, 2026 at 1:23 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
