Climate Insights for Cape St. George

Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Hottest
August
19°C peak66°F peak
Coldest
February
-5°C low22°F low
Wettest
November
173 mm rain6.8 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cape St. George is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1,441 mm of precipitation falls per year. Cape St. George receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cape St. George 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 -5°C. Cape St. George experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Cape St. George is cool. The average annual temperature is 43°F and approximately 56.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Cape St. George receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cape St. George 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 22°F. Cape St. George experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°-5°0°5°10°15°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -2°Min: -4°FebMax: -1°Average: -4°Min: -5°MarMax: 0°Average: -2°Min: -3°AprMax: 2°Average: 1°Min: 0°MayMax: 6°Average: 5°Min: 4°JunMax: 11°Average: 10°Min: 9°JulMax: 16°Average: 15°Min: 14°AugMax: 19°Average: 18°Min: 17°SepMax: 16°Average: 15°Min: 14°OctMax: 11°Average: 10°Min: 9°NovMax: 6°Average: 5°Min: 3°DecMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -1°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°FAverage: 28°FMin: 25°FFebMax: 30°FAverage: 26°FMin: 22°FMarMax: 32°FAverage: 29°FMin: 26°FAprMax: 36°FAverage: 34°FMin: 32°FMayMax: 43°FAverage: 40°FMin: 38°FJunMax: 52°FAverage: 49°FMin: 47°FJulMax: 61°FAverage: 59°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 66°FAverage: 64°FMin: 63°FSepMax: 60°FAverage: 58°FMin: 56°FOctMax: 52°FAverage: 50°FMin: 48°FNovMax: 43°FAverage: 41°FMin: 38°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 33°FMin: 30°F
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Temperatures in Cape St. George vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -4°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 Cape St. George 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 66°F with a mean of 64°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 22°F and the daily average is 26°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 133mmSnow: 75mmFebPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 83mmMarPrecipitation: 109mmSnow: 62mmAprPrecipitation: 108mmSnow: 29mmMayPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 123mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 124mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 173mmSnow: 21mmDecPrecipitation: 146mmSnow: 71mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 30inFebPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 33inMarPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 24inAprPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 11inMayPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 6.8inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 5.8inSnow (in): 28in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Cape St. George is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,441 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 120 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 173 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 97 mm. That's 76 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. Cape St. George receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 344cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 83cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Cape St. George is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 56.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.7 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.8 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.8 in. That's 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. Cape St. George receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 136in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 33in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/h35km/h40km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 34km/hFebWind Speed: 35km/hMarWind Speed: 31km/hAprWind Speed: 28km/hMayWind Speed: 24km/hJunWind Speed: 23km/hJulWind Speed: 21km/hAugWind Speed: 23km/hSepWind Speed: 27km/hOctWind Speed: 28km/hNovWind Speed: 34km/hDecWind Speed: 36km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mph25mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 21mphFebWind Speed: 22mphMarWind Speed: 19mphAprWind Speed: 18mphMayWind Speed: 15mphJunWind Speed: 14mphJulWind Speed: 13mphAugWind Speed: 15mphSepWind Speed: 17mphOctWind Speed: 17mphNovWind Speed: 21mphDecWind Speed: 22mph
Wind Speed

Cape St. George is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 29km/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 36km/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 15km/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 35km/h in winter, 28km/h in spring, 23km/h in summer, 30km/h in autumn.Cape St. George 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 22mph in winter, 17mph in spring, 14mph in summer, 18mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°28°F
Feb-4°26°F
Mar-2°29°F
Apr1°34°F
May5°40°F
Jun10°49°F
Jul15°59°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep15°58°F
Oct10°50°F
Nov5°41°F
Dec0°33°F

The best time to visit Cape St. George is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 97 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°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 Cape St. George is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.8 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 22°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 Cape St. George 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 Cape St. George 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 °C25 °F
0 °C32 °F
34 km/h21 mph
133 mm5.2 in
75 cm30 in
Feb
-5 °C22 °F
-1 °C30 °F
35 km/h22 mph
125 mm4.9 in
83 cm33 in
Mar
-3 °C26 °F
0 °C32 °F
31 km/h19 mph
109 mm4.3 in
62 cm24 in
Apr
0 °C32 °F
2 °C36 °F
28 km/h18 mph
108 mm4.3 in
29 cm11 in
May
4 °C38 °F
6 °C43 °F
24 km/h15 mph
100 mm3.9 in
4 cm2 in
Jun
9 °C47 °F
11 °C52 °F
23 km/h14 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C58 °F
16 °C61 °F
21 km/h13 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
17 °C63 °F
19 °C66 °F
23 km/h15 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C56 °F
16 °C60 °F
27 km/h17 mph
123 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C48 °F
11 °C52 °F
28 km/h17 mph
124 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C38 °F
6 °C43 °F
34 km/h21 mph
173 mm6.8 in
21 cm8 in
Dec
-1 °C30 °F
2 °C36 °F
36 km/h22 mph
146 mm5.8 in
71 cm28 in