Newfoundland
Icebergs drifting past fishing villages clinging to the rock, whales that outnumber the people watching them, and a welcome so warm the whole province is built around a stranger's kitchen table.
The best time to visit Newfoundland is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 19°C (66°F). Local time there is 21:14 (UTC-2:30).
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In season
The year at a glance
June · high 16°C · rain 103mm · 16.0h of daylight · in the recommended window
the dashed line is freezing · shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at St. John's, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C34°F | 186mm7.3in | 8.8h8.8h | |
| February | -1°C31°F | 138mm5.4in | 10.2h10.2h | |
| March | 2°C35°F | 113mm4.4in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 5°C41°F | 128mm5.0in | 13.6h13.6h | |
| May | 10°C50°F | 89mm3.5in | 15.1h15.1h | |
| June | 16°C60°F | 103mm4.1in | 16.0h16.0h | in the recommended window |
| July | 20°C68°F | 96mm3.8in | 15.6h15.6h | in the recommended window |
| August | 21°C70°F | 92mm3.6in | 14.3h14.3h | in the recommended window |
| September | 17°C63°F | 126mm5.0in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| October | 12°C53°F | 98mm3.9in | 10.7h10.7h | |
| November | 7°C45°F | 153mm6.0in | 9.2h9.2h | |
| December | 3°C38°F | 120mm4.7in | 8.4h8.4h |
Good to know
- Currency
- CADCanadian dollar
- Language
- English, French
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Newfoundland?
The best time to visit Newfoundland is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 19°C (66°F).
How warm does Newfoundland get?
Typical daytime highs in Newfoundland are Mar–May 6°C (42°F), Jun–Aug 19°C (66°F), Sep–Nov 12°C (54°F), Dec–Feb 1°C (34°F).
Is Newfoundland expensive?
On the ground, Newfoundland is cheap.
What sort of trip is Newfoundland good for?
Newfoundland is good for nature and scenery, adventure holidays, bucket-list trips, history and culture.
How rainy is Newfoundland?
The wettest month in Newfoundland is January at 186mm (7.3in), the driest May at 89mm (3.5in), with a monthly average of 120mm (4.7in).
What plug do I need for Newfoundland?
Newfoundland uses type A, B sockets at 120 V.
