Climate Insights for York Harbour
Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in York Harbour is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,543 mm of precipitation falls per year. York Harbour receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. York 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, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. York Harbour experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in York Harbour is cool. The average annual temperature is 41°F and approximately 60.7 in of precipitation falls per year. York Harbour receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. York 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, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 17°F. York Harbour experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in York Harbour vary considerably across the year, with a 28°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 -8°C and the daily average is -6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in York Harbour vary considerably across the year, with a 50°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 17°F and the daily average is 22°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
York Harbour is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,543 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 129 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 181 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 97 mm. That's 84 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. York Harbour receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 476cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 100cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.York Harbour is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 60.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.1 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 7.1 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3.8 in. That's 3.3 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. York Harbour receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 187in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 39in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
York Harbour is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/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 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/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 22km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.York Harbour is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect 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 6mph 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 13mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for York 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 York 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.