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Pictou
City in Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
Pictou is a charming seaside town on Nova Scotia's northern shore, steeped in Scottish heritage and maritime history. With its lively waterfront and rich cultural offerings, the town offers both relaxation and discovery for visitors. Its close-knit community, historic architecture, and gorgeous landscapes make Pictou a memorable stop on any journey through Atlantic Canada.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Canada
Province
Nova Scotia
Population
3,186
Time Zone
America/Halifax
Coordinates
45.68°, -62.71°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,096
Local Cost
$1,280
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
6.2°C
Summer Avg
17.0°C
Winter Avg
-4.5°C
Record High
34.9°C
Record Low
-22.9°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
1010 mm
Internet Speed
272 Mbps
Upload
164 Mbps
Latency
5 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
1
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
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Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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