Climate Overview
The climate in Bay Roberts is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1312mm of precipitation falls per year. Bay Roberts receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bay Roberts 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, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Bay Roberts experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bay Roberts vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bay Roberts is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1312mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 109mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 138mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 81mm. That's 57mm 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. Bay Roberts receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 212cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 52cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Bay Roberts is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 27km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 32km/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 11km/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 31km/h in winter, 27km/h in spring, 22km/h in summer, 27km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Bay Roberts, which began on March 20, 2026. Bay Roberts is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 304mm across the season with a monthly average of 101mm. Winds are strong, averaging 27km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 275mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 2 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 348mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. Expect around 10cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 27km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to 2°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 385mm across the season with a monthly average of 128mm. Expect around 135cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 31km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bay Roberts is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 81mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bay Roberts 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.