Merritt's Harbour, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Merritt's Harbour is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 29.

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

29 Population 3/sq mi density
39°F Avg Temperature

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How Merritt's Harbour Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population29
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Merritt's Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The area receives 20.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.0°F
28% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area9.9 sq mi (25.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates49.6313°N, 54.6484°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above US avg
Snowfall 20.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.06"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.95"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 135 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 3.4 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 25°F (-4°C) 3.1 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in
August 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
September 53°F (11°C) 4.0 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.8 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 3.5 in

Merritt's Harbour has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 18°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (3.0").

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Museums in Merritt's Harbour

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beothuk Interpretation Centre
Change Islands Historical Museum
Durrell Museum
Isles Wooden Boat Museum
Long Point Lighthouse Historical Exhibit
Moreton's Harbour Museum
Prime Berth Museum
Twillingate Museum

Libraries in Merritt's Harbour

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Summerford Public Library0.0
Twillingate Public Library0.0

Breweries in Merritt's Harbour

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Split Rock

Airports Near Merritt's Harbour

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gander International AirportYQXMedium Airport
Fogo Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Merritt's Harbour

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Little Harbour United Church

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What is the population of Merritt's Harbour?

Merritt's Harbour has a population of 29 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Merritt's Harbour?

Merritt's Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 20.0 inches of snow.

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