New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 491.

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

491 Population 40/sq mi density
41°F Avg Temperature

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How New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population491
Density40/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area12.3 sq mi (31.9 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates48.0372°N, 53.1671°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
40% above US avg
Snowfall 22.2"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.79"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.58"

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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 75 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 1 208 km
2021 Larry Category 1 85 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 209 km
2010 Igor Category 1 160 km
1982 Debby Category 2 220 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 4.7 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 4.4 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.0 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
June 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Driest
September 54°F (12°C) 5.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 5.8 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 5.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 5.1 in

New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 23°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.8") and August the driest (3.6").

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Radio Stations near New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VOCM-AM 590 St. John's, NL - AAC+ 57 kbps
CHVO "New Country 103.9" Carbonear, NL country AAC 130 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
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
Tits.FM - MP3 56 kbps
Newfoundland and Labrador's Pioneer Radio Station oldies, religion MP3 128 kbps

Museums in New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heart's Content Cable Station
Willow Tree Heritage Museum

Airports Near New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove

3 airports within the area.

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

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What is the population of New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove?

New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove has a population of 491 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 12.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove?

New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches, with 22.2 inches of snow.

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