Mount Cashel, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Mount Cashel is a small city in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 6,047.

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

6,047 Population 22/sq mi density
43°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population6,047
Density22/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain60.6 in/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Mount Cashel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 103.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area273.8 sq mi (709.2 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates47.5888°N, 52.7096°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.6"
59% above US avg
Snowfall 103.7"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.10"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.54"

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 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 148 km
2021 Larry Category 1 142 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 155 km
2010 Igor Category 1 116 km
1982 Debby Category 2 161 km
1980 Georges Category 1 253 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1864 SW AVALON PENINSULA, NEWFOUNDLAND Earthquake - - 142 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 5.6 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 5.0 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 5.0 in
April 35°F (2°C) 4.8 in
May 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in
June 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 6.1 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 5.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 5.8 in

Mount Cashel has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 23°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.1") and July the driest (3.5").

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Schools in Mount Cashel

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mary Queen of Peace Elementary School - - - -
Vanier Elementary - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mount Cashel

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VOCM-AM 590 St. John's, NL - AAC+ 57 kbps
CBC Radio One - St. John's, NL (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJYQ "New Country 930" St. John's, NL country AAC 130 kbps
VOAR 96.7 "Lighthouse FM" St. John's, NL christian MP3 128 kbps
CKIX-FM "Hot 99.1" St. John's, NL contemporary hit radio, new format rebranding AAC 130 kbps
CHOZ-FM 94.7 "OZ FM" St. John's, NL hot adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
Newfoundland and Labrador's Pioneer Radio Station oldies, religion MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Mount Cashel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apothecary Hall
Apothecary Hall
Bell Island #2 Mine and Community Museum
Blackhead One Room Church and School Museum
Cabot Tower
Cape Spear Lighthouse Museum
James J. O'Mara Pharmacy Museum
Manuel's River Interpretation Center
Newman Wine Vaults
Petty Harbour Museum
Signal Hill Park Interpretation Centre
The Rooms

Libraries in Mount Cashel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
A.C. Hunter Public Library0.0
Marjorie Mews Public Library0.0
Michael Donovan Public Library0.0
Mount Pearl Public Library0.0
Queen Elizabeth II Library0.0
Torbay Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mount Cashel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lester's Farm Market
St. John's Farmer's Market

Cafes in Mount Cashel

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Breen's Deli
Jumping Bean Coffee
Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Mount Cashel

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire
Ultramar

Banks in Mount Cashel

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Scotiabank

Gyms in Mount Cashel

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GoodLife Fitness

Golf Courses in Mount Cashel

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bally Haly Golf Club

Breweries in Mount Cashel

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Banished Brewing
Quidi Vidi Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Mount Cashel

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Airports Near Mount Cashel

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. John's International AirportYYTLarge Airport
Bell Island Airport-Small Airport
Harbour Grace Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Mount Cashel

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Recovery Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mount Cashel

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mary Queen of Peace
St. John's Temple

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What is the population of Mount Cashel?

Mount Cashel has a population of 6,047 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mount Cashel?

Mount Cashel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 60.6 inches, with 103.7 inches of snow.

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