Climate Insights for Shoal Cove
Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Shoal Cove is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 1,151 mm of precipitation falls per year. Shoal Cove receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shoal 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°C. Shoal Cove experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Shoal Cove is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 45.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Shoal Cove receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shoal 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 8°F. Shoal Cove experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Shoal Cove vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Shoal Cove vary considerably across the year, with a 59°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 67°F with a mean of 61°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 8°F and the daily average is 15°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Shoal Cove is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,151 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 96 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 130 mm of rainfall. August and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 78 mm. That's 52 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. Shoal Cove receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 428cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 82cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Shoal Cove is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.1 in of rainfall. August and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 3.1 in. That's 2 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. Shoal Cove receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 168in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 32in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Shoal 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 December, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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 4km/h 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, 14km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Shoal 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 December, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph 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, 9mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Shoal Cove is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 87 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 20°C, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to -13°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 Shoal Cove is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 59°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 67°F, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 8°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 Shoal 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 Shoal 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.