Leech, NB

New Brunswick

Leech is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 608.

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

608 Population 69/sq mi density
40°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population608
Density69/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Leech has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The area receives 19.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (22.9 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates47.4531°N, 64.9819°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.5"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 19.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 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 M4.0 132 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 132 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 132 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 130 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 139 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 132 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 130 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 84 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 132 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 136 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 143 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 133 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 80 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 129 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 124 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 101 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 76 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 134 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 141 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 257 km
2003 Juan Category 1 185 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 2.9 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 3.7 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 4.7 in Wettest

Leech has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 14°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.9").

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Schools in Leech

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École L'Amitié - - - -
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Libraries in Leech

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Tracadie Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Leech

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Champêtre de Tracadie

Gas Stations in Leech

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Leech

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bonaventure AirportYVBMedium Airport
Miramichi AirportYCHMedium Airport
Pokemouche Airport-Small Airport

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What is the population of Leech?

Leech has a population of 608 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 8.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Leech?

Leech has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches, with 19.6 inches of snow.

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