Climate Overview
The climate in Happy Valley-Goose Bay is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 1107mm of precipitation falls per year. Happy Valley-Goose Bay receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Happy Valley-Goose Bay is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -20°C. Happy Valley-Goose Bay experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Happy Valley-Goose Bay has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 16°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -20°C and an average temperature of -16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Happy Valley-Goose Bay is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1107mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 92mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 122mm of rainfall. July and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 58mm. That's 65mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Happy Valley-Goose Bay receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 336cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 55cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Happy Valley-Goose Bay 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 November, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, which began on March 20, 2026. Happy Valley-Goose Bay 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 July at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -13 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 260mm for the season, averaging 87mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 339mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -6 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 297mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Expect around 73cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -20 to -6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 211mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Expect around 142cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Happy Valley-Goose Bay 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.
