Climate Insights for Salt Harbour

Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Hottest
August
18°C peak64°F peak
Coldest
February
-7°C low20°F low
Wettest
November
153 mm rain6 in rain
Best to Visit
August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Salt Harbour is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,263 mm of precipitation falls per year. Salt Harbour receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Salt 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. Salt Harbour experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Salt Harbour is cool. The average annual temperature is 40°F and approximately 49.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Salt Harbour receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Salt 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. Salt 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: 12°AugMax: 18°Average: 16°Min: 14°SepMax: 14°Average: 13°Min: 11°OctMax: 9°Average: 8°Min: 7°NovMax: 5°Average: 4°Min: 2°DecMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -2°
Max
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: 54°FAugMax: 64°FAverage: 60°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 58°FAverage: 55°FMin: 52°FOctMax: 49°FAverage: 46°FMin: 44°FNovMax: 41°FAverage: 38°FMin: 36°FDecMax: 35°FAverage: 32°FMin: 29°F
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Temperatures in Salt 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 Salt 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 60°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 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 106mmSnow: 69mmFebPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 76mmMarPrecipitation: 106mmSnow: 72mmAprPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 44mmMayPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 11mmJunPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 114mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 153mmSnow: 35mmDecPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 71mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 27inFebPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 30inMarPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 28inAprPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 17inMayPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 4inJunPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 6inSnow (in): 14inDecPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 28in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Salt Harbour is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,263 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 153 mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 84 mm. That's 68 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. Salt Harbour receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 380cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 76cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Salt Harbour is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 49.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6 in of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3.3 in. That's 2.7 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. Salt Harbour receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 149in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 30in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/h35km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 33km/hFebWind Speed: 33km/hMarWind Speed: 30km/hAprWind Speed: 27km/hMayWind Speed: 24km/hJunWind Speed: 22km/hJulWind Speed: 21km/hAugWind Speed: 22km/hSepWind Speed: 26km/hOctWind Speed: 27km/hNovWind Speed: 32km/hDecWind Speed: 34km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mph25mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 21mphFebWind Speed: 21mphMarWind Speed: 18mphAprWind Speed: 17mphMayWind Speed: 15mphJunWind Speed: 14mphJulWind Speed: 13mphAugWind Speed: 14mphSepWind Speed: 16mphOctWind Speed: 17mphNovWind Speed: 20mphDecWind Speed: 21mph
Wind Speed

Salt 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 34km/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 13km/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.Salt Harbour is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 17mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 21mph, 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 8mph 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, 13mph 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°60°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct8°46°F
Nov4°38°F
Dec0°32°F

The best time to visit Salt 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 84 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 Salt Harbour is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 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 Salt 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 Salt 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
33 km/h21 mph
106 mm4.2 in
69 cm27 in
Feb
-7 °C20 °F
-2 °C28 °F
33 km/h21 mph
100 mm3.9 in
76 cm30 in
Mar
-4 °C24 °F
-1 °C31 °F
30 km/h18 mph
106 mm4.2 in
72 cm28 in
Apr
-1 °C30 °F
2 °C35 °F
27 km/h17 mph
102 mm4 in
44 cm17 in
May
2 °C35 °F
5 °C41 °F
24 km/h15 mph
95 mm3.7 in
11 cm4 in
Jun
7 °C44 °F
10 °C50 °F
22 km/h14 mph
98 mm3.9 in
1 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
16 °C61 °F
21 km/h13 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C58 °F
18 °C64 °F
22 km/h14 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C52 °F
14 °C58 °F
26 km/h16 mph
103 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C44 °F
9 °C49 °F
27 km/h17 mph
114 mm4.5 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C36 °F
5 °C41 °F
32 km/h20 mph
153 mm6 in
35 cm14 in
Dec
-2 °C29 °F
2 °C35 °F
34 km/h21 mph
118 mm4.6 in
71 cm28 in