Best Time to Visit Newfoundland and Labrador
Best time to visit Newfoundland and Labrador: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Newfoundland and Labrador
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Newfoundland and Labrador 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 | 19° | 4° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 22° | 6° | 2,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 26° | 4° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 37° | 19° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 49° | 31° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 62° | 42° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 72° | 52° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 68° | 50° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 60° | 44° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 49° | 36° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 33° | 24° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 25° | 9° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit each city in Newfoundland and Labrador
1 cities mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 60°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Newfoundland and Labrador is a province in Canada. Newfoundland and Labrador is a Canadian province or territory. It has a population of about 540.000. The capital is St. John's.
Right now it is 51°F (10°C) in Newfoundland and Labrador with clear. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 47°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Newfoundland and Labrador is July and August. The climate is polar. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 72°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 4°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is 3.1°F below the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Newfoundland and Labrador today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Newfoundland and Labrador right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:46 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 65° / 47°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 15 mph
⛅ 75° / 47°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 6 mph
Quick facts about Newfoundland and Labrador
| Type | Province |
|---|---|
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 53°8′7.8″N 57°39′37.4″W (53.1355, -57.6604) |
| Capital | St. John's |
| Population | 540.000 |
| Area | 156.453 sq mi |
| Time zone | America/St_Johns |
| Local time | 10:46 PM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Newfoundland and Labrador?
Newfoundland and Labrador is a province in Canada. Its coordinates are 53.1355, -57.6604. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Newfoundland and Labrador right now?
It is currently 51°F (10°C) with clear. Humidity is 83% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Newfoundland and Labrador?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Newfoundland and Labrador, which has a polar climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Newfoundland and Labrador in?
Newfoundland and Labrador observes America/Goose_Bay (UTC-03:00). The local time is 10:46 PM.
How many people live in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Newfoundland and Labrador has a population of approximately 540.000.
What places are in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Newfoundland and Labrador covers 1 places in this atlas, including St. John's.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (ca-provinces) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 August 22, 2026 at 10:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
