Current Date And Time In Nova Scotia, Canada
Thursday, 30 July 2026
06:30:44 EDT
Capital: Halifax
Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (EDT)
Population: 1,037,782
Area: 55,283.00 km²
State Code: NS
Explore the interactive satellite map of Nova Scotia, a state or administrative region of Canada, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Nova Scotia — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Nova Scotia in Canada.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Canada operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 45.0778° N | 63.5467° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 45.0778 | -63.5467 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 45° 4' 40" N | 63° 32' 48" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 45° 4.6708' N | 63° 32.8009' W |
| State / Region | Nova Scotia (Alba Nuadh) |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Halifax |
| State Code | NS |
| Time Zone | -08:00 to -03:30 |
| Districts | 18 |
| Population | 1,037,782 |
| Area (km²) | 55,283.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 21,344.88 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 18.77 /km² |
| Elevation | 64 m / 209 ft |
| Area Rank | #12 in Canada |
| Population Rank | #7 of 13 in Canada |
| GPS (DD) | 45.0778, -63.5467 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Nova Scotia to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Canada.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Edward Island | Canada | N | 141 km | 88 mi | ~1h 46m | 🗺 View |
| New Brunswick | Canada | NW | 280 km | 174 mi | ~3h 30m | 🗺 View |
| Quebec | Canada | W | 623 km | 387 mi | ~7h 47m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Nova Scotia, along with each city's aerial distance from Halifax, Nova Scotia's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax | 44.6427° N | -63.5769° W | 60 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sydney | 46.1351° N | -60.1831° W | 6 m | 313 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dartmouth | 44.6713° N | -63.5772° W | 35 m | 3 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Lower Sackville | 44.776° N | -63.6787° W | 53 m | 17 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Downtown Halifax | 44.6483° N | -63.5776° W | 45 m | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Halifax West End | 44.6486° N | -63.6195° W | 27 m | 3 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bedford | 44.7255° N | -63.6673° W | 25 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Woodlawn | 44.6775° N | -63.5273° W | 51 m | 6 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Halifax South End | 44.6293° N | -63.5765° W | 26 m | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Cole Harbour | 44.6724° N | -63.4751° W | 50 m | 9 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Nova Scotia is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Canada. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Nova Scotia on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Canada.
The satellite view of Nova Scotia helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Canada national map
Nova Scotia occupies a distinct geographic zone within Canada in the North America region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Nova Scotia for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Canada. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Nova Scotia in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Canada. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Nova Scotia are latitude 45.0778° and longitude -63.5467°. In directional format: 45.0778° N, 63.5467° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Nova Scotia in Canada and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Nova Scotia is a state or administrative region of Canada, located in North America. Its capital city is Halifax. View the exact position of Nova Scotia on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Nova Scotia is at: Latitude 45° 4' 40" N and Longitude 63° 32' 48" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Nova Scotia covers a total area of approximately 55,283.00 km² (21,344.88 mi²). This is roughly 0.55% of Canada's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Nova Scotia is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 45.0778, -63.5467 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Nova Scotia in Canada. For broader context, explore the Canada national map or nearby states.
Today in Nova Scotia, sunrise is at 04:55 AM and sunset is at 07:45 PM, giving a day length of 14h 49m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Nova Scotia's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Nova Scotia is approximately 5,018 km (3,118 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,995 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Nova Scotia — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Little Grove, Australia, roughly 1,120 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named place.
Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia, is approximately 956 km (594 mi) W of Ottawa, the national capital of Canada, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
