Climate Insights for Seal Cove

Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Hottest
August
21°C peak69°F peak
Coldest
February
-11°C low13°F low
Wettest
November
156 mm rain6.2 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Seal Cove is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1,286 mm of precipitation falls per year. Seal Cove receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Seal Cove 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 -11°C. Seal Cove experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Seal Cove is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 50.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Seal Cove receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Seal Cove 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 13°F. Seal Cove experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -3°Average: -6°Min: -9°FebMax: -4°Average: -7°Min: -11°MarMax: -1°Average: -4°Min: -7°AprMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -2°MayMax: 9°Average: 5°Min: 2°JunMax: 15°Average: 11°Min: 7°JulMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 12°AugMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 13°SepMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 9°OctMax: 10°Average: 7°Min: 4°NovMax: 4°Average: 2°Min: 0°DecMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -6°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°FAverage: 21°FMin: 16°FFebMax: 25°FAverage: 19°FMin: 13°FMarMax: 31°FAverage: 25°FMin: 20°FAprMax: 39°FAverage: 33°FMin: 28°FMayMax: 48°FAverage: 41°FMin: 35°FJunMax: 59°FAverage: 52°FMin: 45°FJulMax: 68°FAverage: 61°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 62°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 60°FAverage: 54°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 50°FAverage: 45°FMin: 40°FNovMax: 39°FAverage: 35°FMin: 31°FDecMax: 31°FAverage: 26°FMin: 22°F
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Temperatures in Seal Cove vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -7°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 Seal Cove vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 62°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 13°F and the daily average is 19°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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 84mmFebPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 85mmMarPrecipitation: 114mmSnow: 93mmAprPrecipitation: 104mmSnow: 54mmMayPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 24mmJunPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 3mmJulPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 109mmSnow: 8mmNovPrecipitation: 156mmSnow: 63mmDecPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 82mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32in34in36inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 33inFebPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 33inMarPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 37inAprPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 21inMayPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 10inJunPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 1inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 3inNovPrecipitation: 6.2inSnow (in): 25inDecPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 32in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Seal Cove is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,286 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 156 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 86 mm. That's 70 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. Seal Cove receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 496cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 93cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Seal Cove is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 50.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.2 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.1 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.4 in. That's 2.8 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. Seal Cove receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 195in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 37in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

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

Seal Cove 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 February, averaging 18km/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 5km/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 18km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Seal Cove 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 February, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter 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 3mph 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 11mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-6°21°F
Feb-7°19°F
Mar-4°25°F
Apr1°33°F
May5°41°F
Jun11°52°F
Jul16°61°F
Aug17°62°F
Sep12°54°F
Oct7°45°F
Nov2°35°F
Dec-3°26°F

The best time to visit Seal Cove 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 89 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°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 Seal Cove is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 13°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 Seal Cove 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 Seal Cove 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
-9 °C16 °F
-3 °C27 °F
17 km/h11 mph
115 mm4.5 in
84 cm33 in
Feb
-11 °C13 °F
-4 °C25 °F
18 km/h11 mph
100 mm3.9 in
85 cm33 in
Mar
-7 °C20 °F
-1 °C31 °F
17 km/h11 mph
114 mm4.5 in
93 cm37 in
Apr
-2 °C28 °F
4 °C39 °F
16 km/h10 mph
104 mm4.1 in
54 cm21 in
May
2 °C35 °F
9 °C48 °F
14 km/h9 mph
97 mm3.8 in
24 cm10 in
Jun
7 °C45 °F
15 °C59 °F
13 km/h8 mph
96 mm3.8 in
3 cm1 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
20 °C68 °F
13 km/h8 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
21 °C69 °F
13 km/h8 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
16 °C60 °F
15 km/h10 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
4 °C40 °F
10 °C50 °F
15 km/h9 mph
109 mm4.3 in
8 cm3 in
Nov
0 °C31 °F
4 °C39 °F
18 km/h11 mph
156 mm6.2 in
63 cm25 in
Dec
-6 °C22 °F
-1 °C31 °F
18 km/h11 mph
118 mm4.6 in
82 cm32 in