Grand Lake, NB

New Brunswick

Grand Lake is a small city in New Brunswick with a population of 5,725.

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

5,725 Population 22/sq mi density
45°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population5,725
Density22/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Grand Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 70.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area265.1 sq mi (686.7 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates46.1126°N, 65.9568°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above US avg
Snowfall 70.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

56 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 113 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 110 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 110 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 110 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 126 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 50 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 60 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 110 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 132 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 138 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 109 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 85 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 122 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 110 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 57 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 107 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 38 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 110 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 52 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 224 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 258 km
2003 Juan Category 2 167 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 290 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 3.6 in
February 17°F (-8°C) 3.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.3 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 3.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 22°F (-6°C) 3.9 in

Grand Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 17°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (3.0").

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Museums in Grand Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Minto Museum
New Brunswick Internment Camp Museum

Libraries in Grand Lake

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chipman Public Library0.0
Minto Public Library0.0

Ski Resorts Near Grand Lake

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 Grand Lake

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Chipman Airport-Small Airport
Doaktown Airport-Small Airport
Havelock Airport-Small Airport
Sussex Airport-Small Airport

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What is the population of Grand Lake?

Grand Lake has a population of 5,725 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 265.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Grand Lake?

Grand Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches, with 70.0 inches of snow.

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