Newfoundland and Labrador has a cold continental climate with warm summers and freezing winters.
Newfoundland and Labrador has an average annual temperature of 3.9°C across all 8 cities, with approximately 1207 mm of annual precipitation and average humidity of 88%. Temperatures peak in August and drop to their lowest in February, while rainfall is highest during autumn months.
The warmest city is Gander with average July highs of 27.9°C, while Labrador City is the coldest with average January lows of -42.2°C. Humidity remains high throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and damp conditions. These seasonal patterns make summer ideal for outdoor activities, while winters bring freezing conditions and heavy snowfall.
🏙️ Cities in Newfoundland and Labrador — Weather History
Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025) · averaged across all 8 cities in Newfoundland and Labrador
🌦 Weather in Newfoundland and Labrador Across Seasons
❄️ Winter in Newfoundland and Labrador
February is Newfoundland and Labrador's coldest month, with average lows reaching -19.1°C.
🌡️January to March (avg) · -18.0°C – 4.5°C
🧥 Pack heavy layers and prepare for snow — this is a Severe Winter destination.
☀️ Summer in Newfoundland and Labrador
Summer temperatures in Newfoundland and Labrador peak in August, climbing to 23.9°C.
🌡️July to September (avg) · 5.7°C – 23.1°C
🌤️ Conditions are ideal for outdoor activities throughout the day in this Mild Summer.
🌧️ Rainy Season in Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador sees its highest rainfall in October, receiving approximately 115 mm of precipitation.
🌧️October to December (avg) · up to 115 mm
☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.
📈 Newfoundland and Labrador Monthly Averages
🌡️ Temperature Patterns
Region-wide monthly averages across 8 cities · 1981–2025 · °C
🌡️ Newfoundland and Labrador Monthly Temperature Guide
August is the hottest month in Newfoundland and Labrador, with average highs reaching 23.9°C, while February is the coldest with lows dropping to -19.1°C.
Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in August, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.
These seasonal patterns make summer ideal for outdoor activities, while winters bring freezing conditions and heavy snowfall.
🌧 Rainfall & Humidity in Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador receives its highest rainfall in October, while humidity peaks during winter months.
🌧️ Wettest:October — 115 mm☀️ Driest:May — 87 mm
💧 Humidity peaks at 92% in February · annual avg 88%
📅 Newfoundland and Labrador Yearly Climate Trends
The warmest year on record was 2024 (avg: 5.7°C), while the coldest year was 1992 (avg: 2.2°C).
📊 Key Climate Trends
🌡️ Newfoundland and Labrador's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
🌧️ Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend
🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend
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Averaged across all 8 cities in Newfoundland and Labrador · Last 10 years · °C
Newfoundland and Labrador's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The region-wide average sits at 3.9°C with annual rainfall averaging 1207 mm.
🌧️ Annual Precipitation
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Averaged across all 8 cities in Newfoundland and Labrador · Last 10 years · mm/year
Annual rainfall in Newfoundland and Labrador shows noticeable variation. Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend.
📅 Yearly Climate Data Overview
🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest
ℹ️ Values are averages across all 8 cities in Newfoundland and Labrador for each year.
Year
Min Temp
Avg Temp
Max Temp
Rainfall (mm)
Avg Humidity
Avg Wind
2025 🔥
-4.2°C
5.6°C
15.3°C
1165
88%
2.4 m/s
2024
-3.6°C
5.7°C
15.0°C
1209
89%
2.4 m/s
2023
-4.9°C
4.8°C
14.4°C
1110
89%
2.4 m/s
2022
-4.4°C
5.4°C
15.1°C
1168
87%
2.5 m/s
2021
-3.7°C
5.6°C
14.9°C
1066
88%
2.6 m/s
2020
-5.6°C
4.4°C
14.4°C
1089
88%
2.5 m/s
2019
-5.7°C
4.0°C
13.6°C
1146
88%
2.5 m/s
2018
-6.0°C
4.2°C
14.3°C
1279
88%
2.6 m/s
2017
-5.9°C
4.1°C
14.0°C
1195
88%
2.5 m/s
2016
-5.8°C
4.1°C
13.9°C
1238
88%
2.5 m/s
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🏙️ Explore More Cities in Newfoundland and Labrador
Which city in Newfoundland and Labrador gets the most rain?▼
Corner Brook is the wettest city in Newfoundland and Labrador with approximately 1345 mm of annual precipitation on average.
What is the warmest month in Newfoundland and Labrador?▼
August is the warmest month in Newfoundland and Labrador, with region-wide average highs of 23.9°C and average lows of 7.4°C.
What is the coldest month in Newfoundland and Labrador?▼
February is the coldest month in Newfoundland and Labrador with average lows of -19.1°C and average highs of 3.5°C.
What is the rainiest month in Newfoundland and Labrador?▼
October is the rainiest month in Newfoundland and Labrador with approximately 115 mm on average, while May is the driest with 87 mm.
How many cities in Newfoundland and Labrador have weather data?▼
WeatherBlaze has historical weather data for 8 cities in Newfoundland and Labrador, covering 45 years of climate records from 1981 to 2025.
Where does this climate data come from?▼
All data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis data. It includes monthly temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.
📡 Data Source
All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.
