Climate Insights for Botwood

Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Hottest
August
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
February
-9°C low16°F low
Wettest
November
149 mm rain5.9 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Botwood is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,274 mm of precipitation falls per year. Botwood receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Botwood 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 -9°C. Botwood experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Botwood is cool. The average annual temperature is 42°F and approximately 50.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Botwood receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Botwood 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 16°F. Botwood experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -4°Min: -7°FebMax: -2°Average: -6°Min: -9°MarMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -6°AprMax: 5°Average: 2°Min: -1°MayMax: 10°Average: 6°Min: 2°JunMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 8°JulMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 13°AugMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°SepMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 10°OctMax: 11°Average: 8°Min: 6°NovMax: 6°Average: 3°Min: 1°DecMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -4°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°FAverage: 24°FMin: 19°FFebMax: 29°FAverage: 22°FMin: 16°FMarMax: 34°FAverage: 28°FMin: 22°FAprMax: 42°FAverage: 35°FMin: 30°FMayMax: 50°FAverage: 42°FMin: 36°FJunMax: 61°FAverage: 53°FMin: 47°FJulMax: 70°FAverage: 63°FMin: 56°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 56°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 53°FAverage: 47°FMin: 42°FNovMax: 42°FAverage: 38°FMin: 34°FDecMax: 34°FAverage: 30°FMin: 26°F
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Temperatures in Botwood vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Botwood vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 64°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 16°F and the daily average is 22°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 69mmFebPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 74mmMarPrecipitation: 113mmSnow: 83mmAprPrecipitation: 110mmSnow: 53mmMayPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 19mmJunPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 108mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 149mmSnow: 42mmDecPrecipitation: 119mmSnow: 76mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 27inFebPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 29inMarPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 33inAprPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 21inMayPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 7inJunPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 1inJulPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 5.9inSnow (in): 17inDecPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 30in
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Snow (in)

Botwood is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,274 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 106 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 149 mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 90 mm. That's 59 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. Botwood receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 419cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 83cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Botwood is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 50.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.2 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.9 in of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.5 in. That's 2.3 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. Botwood receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 165in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 33in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 18km/hFebWind Speed: 19km/hMarWind Speed: 18km/hAprWind Speed: 17km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 19km/hDecWind Speed: 19km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 12mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 11mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 12mphDecWind Speed: 12mph
Wind Speed

Botwood is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 19km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Botwood is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph 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 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-4°24°F
Feb-6°22°F
Mar-2°28°F
Apr2°35°F
May6°42°F
Jun12°53°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep13°56°F
Oct8°47°F
Nov3°38°F
Dec-1°30°F

The best time to visit Botwood is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 90 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -9°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 Botwood is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 16°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 Botwood 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 Botwood 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
-7 °C19 °F
-1 °C30 °F
18 km/h11 mph
105 mm4.1 in
69 cm27 in
Feb
-9 °C16 °F
-2 °C29 °F
19 km/h12 mph
100 mm3.9 in
74 cm29 in
Mar
-6 °C22 °F
1 °C34 °F
18 km/h11 mph
113 mm4.4 in
83 cm33 in
Apr
-1 °C30 °F
5 °C42 °F
17 km/h11 mph
110 mm4.3 in
53 cm21 in
May
2 °C36 °F
10 °C50 °F
15 km/h9 mph
96 mm3.8 in
19 cm7 in
Jun
8 °C47 °F
16 °C61 °F
14 km/h9 mph
98 mm3.8 in
2 cm1 in
Jul
13 °C56 °F
21 °C70 °F
13 km/h8 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
22 °C71 °F
14 km/h8 mph
90 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
17 °C63 °F
16 km/h10 mph
95 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
6 °C42 °F
11 °C53 °F
16 km/h10 mph
108 mm4.3 in
1 cm1 in
Nov
1 °C34 °F
6 °C42 °F
19 km/h12 mph
149 mm5.9 in
42 cm17 in
Dec
-4 °C26 °F
1 °C34 °F
19 km/h12 mph
119 mm4.7 in
76 cm30 in