Climate Insights for Summerford
Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Summerford is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,239 mm of precipitation falls per year. Summerford receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Summerford 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 -7°C. Summerford experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Summerford is cool. The average annual temperature is 41°F and approximately 48.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Summerford receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Summerford 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 19°F. Summerford experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Summerford vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 17°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 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Summerford vary considerably across the year, with a 48°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 67°F with a mean of 63°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 19°F and the daily average is 23°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Summerford is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,239 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 103 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 148 mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 85 mm. That's 63 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. Summerford receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 375cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 73cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Summerford is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 48.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.8 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 2.5 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. Summerford receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 148in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 29in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Summerford is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 23km/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 29km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 11km/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 28km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 24km/h in autumn.Summerford is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 15mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 18mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7mph 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 17mph in winter, 14mph in spring, 12mph in summer, 15mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Summerford 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 86 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 Summerford 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 3.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 19°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 Summerford 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 Summerford 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.