The best times to visit Newfoundland for ideal weather are

June 25th to September 9th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Newfoundland Travel Info

Weather in Newfoundland

Temperature

Average temperatures in Newfoundland vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 12th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Newfoundland, the hottest months are July, August, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 71.6°F (22°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 53.1°F (11.7°C) at night.

Newfoundland Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Newfoundland Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Newfoundland Perceived Temperature (F)

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Newfoundland Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Newfoundland Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 27.1 19.6 12.5
Feb 26.5 19 11.7
Mar 31.4 22.9 14.8
Apr 41.3 32.4 24.7
May 52.4 42 33.5
Jun 60.9 50.3 41.5
Jul 70.7 60 51.1
Aug 68.5 59 51.2
Sep 62.7 53.2 44.7
Oct 51.7 43.7 36.6
Nov 41.3 34.4 27.8
Dec 31.5 25.1 18.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -2.7 -6.9 -10.8
Feb -3.1 -7.2 -11.3
Mar -0.3 -5.1 -9.6
Apr 5.2 0.2 -4.1
May 11.3 5.6 0.8
Jun 16.1 10.2 5.3
Jul 21.5 15.6 10.6
Aug 20.3 15 10.7
Sep 17.1 11.8 7.1
Oct 10.9 6.5 2.6
Nov 5.2 1.3 -2.3
Dec -0.3 -3.8 -7.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Newfoundland are September, April, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early March. For example, on the week of March 5th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid February with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of February 12th.

When can you find snow in Newfoundland? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Newfoundland is often around around February 12th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Newfoundland.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Newfoundland (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 32% 15.1 4.1
Feb 29% 22.7 3.4
Mar 23% 22.7 3
Apr 20% 13 2.5
May 22% 1.4 3
Jun 22% 0 2.9
Jul 23% 0 3.5
Aug 23% 0 3.9
Sep 20% 1.8 3.3
Oct 29% 1.6 4.1
Nov 30% 2.6 4.2
Dec 31% 8.1 4.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 32 38.4 10.4
Feb 29 57.7 8.6
Mar 23 57.7 7.6
Apr 20 33 6.4
May 22 3.6 7.6
Jun 22 0 7.4
Jul 23 0 8.9
Aug 23 0 9.9
Sep 20 4.6 8.4
Oct 29 4.1 10.4
Nov 30 6.6 10.7
Dec 31 20.6 10.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Newfoundland has some very humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (70.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is October (77.6%).

Wind in Newfoundland is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 11.5 knots (13.2 MPH or 21.3 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January where average top sustained speeds reach 19.7 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Newfoundland.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 11.5 Significant breeze 18.6 Strong breeze
Feb 11.2 Significant breeze 18.3 Strong breeze
Mar 10.5 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze
Apr 9.7 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
May 8.9 Gentle breeze 14.9 Strong breeze
Jun 8 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Jul 8 Gentle breeze 13.4 Strong breeze
Aug 7.8 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
Sep 8.9 Gentle breeze 14.8 Strong breeze
Oct 9.4 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Nov 10.3 Gentle breeze 16.5 Strong breeze
Dec 10.9 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 76%
Feb 74.9%
Mar 70.2%
Apr 70.1%
May 71.7%
Jun 72.3%
Jul 73%
Aug 76.7%
Sep 75.4%
Oct 77.6%
Nov 76.9%
Dec 76.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Newfoundland?

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The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Newfoundland, Canada is July, followed by August and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Newfoundland in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 51.6 in December means 51.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Newfoundland Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 28.5°F (-1.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with about 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Newfoundland, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 65°F (18.3°C) and 37.7°F (3.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 9 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Newfoundland to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 22.4°F (-5.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 8 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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