Jamestown, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Jamestown is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 89.

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

89 Population 17/sq mi density
40°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population89
Density17/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Jamestown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates48.4332°N, 53.7981°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.2"
29% above US avg
Snowfall 24.9"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.88"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 29, 2009.

Apr 29, 2009 28 km SW of Bay Roberts, Canada M3.3 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ernesto (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 272 km
2021 Larry Category 1 55 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 264 km
2010 Igor Category 1 209 km
1982 Debby Category 2 279 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-6°C) 4.3 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.9 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.9 in
May 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Driest
September 54°F (12°C) 4.9 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 4.8 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.4 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 4.6 in

Jamestown has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 20°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.9") and August the driest (3.5").

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Radio Stations near Jamestown

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKLN "New Country 97.1" Clarenville, NL country AAC 129 kbps

Museums in Jamestown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gloverton Museum

Airports Near Jamestown

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clarenville Airport-Small Airport
Harbour Grace Airport-Small Airport

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What is the population of Jamestown?

Jamestown has a population of 89 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jamestown?

Jamestown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches, with 24.9 inches of snow.

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