Climate Insights for Back Harbour

Twillingate, Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Hottest
August
18°C peak64°F peak
Coldest
February
-7°C low20°F low
Wettest
November
149 mm rain5.9 in rain
Best to Visit
August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Back Harbour is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,234 mm of precipitation falls per year. Back Harbour receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Back Harbour is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, March, January, when temperatures can drop to -7°C. Back Harbour experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Back Harbour is cool. The average annual temperature is 40°F and approximately 48.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Back Harbour receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Back Harbour is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, March, January, when temperatures can drop to 20°F. Back Harbour experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°-5°0°5°10°15°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -4°FebMax: -2°Average: -5°Min: -7°MarMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -4°AprMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -1°MayMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 2°JunMax: 10°Average: 8°Min: 7°JulMax: 16°Average: 14°Min: 13°AugMax: 18°Average: 16°Min: 15°SepMax: 14°Average: 13°Min: 11°OctMax: 10°Average: 8°Min: 7°NovMax: 5°Average: 4°Min: 2°DecMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -2°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°FAverage: 27°FMin: 24°FFebMax: 28°FAverage: 24°FMin: 20°FMarMax: 31°FAverage: 27°FMin: 24°FAprMax: 35°FAverage: 33°FMin: 30°FMayMax: 41°FAverage: 38°FMin: 35°FJunMax: 50°FAverage: 47°FMin: 44°FJulMax: 61°FAverage: 57°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 64°FAverage: 61°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 58°FAverage: 55°FMin: 52°FOctMax: 49°FAverage: 46°FMin: 44°FNovMax: 41°FAverage: 39°FMin: 36°FDecMax: 35°FAverage: 32°FMin: 29°F
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Temperatures in Back Harbour vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Back Harbour vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 64°F with a mean of 61°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 20°F and the daily average is 24°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 67mmFebPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 72mmMarPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 71mmAprPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 43mmMayPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 11mmJunPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 112mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 149mmSnow: 35mmDecPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 69mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 26inFebPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 28inMarPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 28inAprPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 17inMayPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 4inJunPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 5.9inSnow (in): 14inDecPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 27in
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Snow (in)

Back Harbour is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,234 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 103 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 149 mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 82 mm. That's 67 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Back Harbour receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 369cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 72cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Back Harbour is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 48.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.9 in of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3.2 in. That's 2.6 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Back Harbour receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 145in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 28in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/h35km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 34km/hFebWind Speed: 34km/hMarWind Speed: 30km/hAprWind Speed: 28km/hMayWind Speed: 24km/hJunWind Speed: 23km/hJulWind Speed: 21km/hAugWind Speed: 22km/hSepWind Speed: 26km/hOctWind Speed: 28km/hNovWind Speed: 33km/hDecWind Speed: 35km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mph20mph25mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 21mphFebWind Speed: 21mphMarWind Speed: 19mphAprWind Speed: 17mphMayWind Speed: 15mphJunWind Speed: 14mphJulWind Speed: 13mphAugWind Speed: 14mphSepWind Speed: 16mphOctWind Speed: 17mphNovWind Speed: 21mphDecWind Speed: 22mph
Wind Speed

Back Harbour is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 28km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 35km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 21km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 14km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 34km/h in winter, 27km/h in spring, 22km/h in summer, 29km/h in autumn.Back Harbour is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 18mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 22mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 21mph in winter, 17mph in spring, 14mph in summer, 18mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-3°27°F
Feb-5°24°F
Mar-3°27°F
Apr0°33°F
May3°38°F
Jun8°47°F
Jul14°57°F
Aug16°61°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct8°46°F
Nov4°39°F
Dec0°32°F

The best time to visit Back Harbour is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 82 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -7°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Back Harbour is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 20°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Back Harbour based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Back Harbour based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-4 °C24 °F
-1 °C31 °F
34 km/h21 mph
103 mm4 in
67 cm26 in
Feb
-7 °C20 °F
-2 °C28 °F
34 km/h21 mph
95 mm3.7 in
72 cm28 in
Mar
-4 °C24 °F
-1 °C31 °F
30 km/h19 mph
103 mm4 in
71 cm28 in
Apr
-1 °C30 °F
2 °C35 °F
28 km/h17 mph
100 mm3.9 in
43 cm17 in
May
2 °C35 °F
5 °C41 °F
24 km/h15 mph
94 mm3.7 in
11 cm4 in
Jun
7 °C44 °F
10 °C50 °F
23 km/h14 mph
98 mm3.8 in
1 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
16 °C61 °F
21 km/h13 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C58 °F
18 °C64 °F
22 km/h14 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C52 °F
14 °C58 °F
26 km/h16 mph
102 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C44 °F
10 °C49 °F
28 km/h17 mph
112 mm4.4 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C36 °F
5 °C41 °F
33 km/h21 mph
149 mm5.9 in
35 cm14 in
Dec
-2 °C29 °F
2 °C35 °F
35 km/h22 mph
115 mm4.5 in
69 cm27 in