Fairfield, NB

New Brunswick · Saint John Metro

Fairfield is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 295.

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

295 Population 324/sq mi density
41°F Avg Temperature

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How Fairfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population295
Density324/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Fairfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 253 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates45.3335°N, 65.6821°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.3"
32% above US avg
Snowfall 23.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 149 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 120 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 107 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 146 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 48 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 134 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 146 km
Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 138 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 127 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 137 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 100 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 141 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 132 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 43 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 107 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 139 km
Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 95 km
Jul 25, 2013 32 km N of Keswick Ridge, Canada M2.8 145 km
Feb 8, 2016 8 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M2.7 133 km
Jan 3, 2017 20 km E of Oromocto, Canada M2.7 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 148 km
2009 Bill Category 1 249 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 175 km
2003 Juan Category 2 164 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 220 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-9°C) 5.1 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.5 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in
November 35°F (2°C) 5.0 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 5.2 in Wettest

Fairfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 17°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (2.9").

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Radio Stations near Fairfield

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Saint John, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CHWV-FM 97.3 "The Wave" Saint John, NB hot adult contemporary AAC 128 kbps
CFBC 930 Saint John, NB country MP3 64 kbps
CFMH-FM "Local 107.3" University of New Brunswick - Saint John, NB campus radio, community radio MP3 320 kbps
CIFA 104.1 FM acadian, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHSJ-FM 94.1 "Country 94" Saint John, NB country AAC 128 kbps
CHNI-FM "Q88.9" - Saint John, NB active rock, classic rock AAC 130 kbps
CHQC-FM "C105 FM" - Saint John, NB community radio MP3 192 kbps
CINB-FM "Oldies96" - Saint John, NB community radio, oldies AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Fairfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kings County Gaol
Quaco Museum

Libraries in Fairfield

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Betty Thibodeau Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Fairfield

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Huttges General Merchants

Ski Resorts Near Fairfield

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Poley Mountain Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Fairfield

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Saint John AirportYSJMedium Airport
Havelock Airport-Small Airport
Sussex Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fairfield

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bains Corner United Church
Fairfield United Baptist Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fairfield

What is the population of Fairfield?

Fairfield has a population of 295 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 324 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Fairfield?

Fairfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 50.3 inches, with 23.2 inches of snow.

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