Princeton, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Princeton is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 55.

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

55 Population 11/sq mi density
40°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population55
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Princeton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates48.4166°N, 53.5981°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.7"
36% above US avg
Snowfall 26.4"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.66"

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 M3.3 113 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 1 261 km
2021 Larry Category 1 48 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 258 km
2010 Igor Category 1 204 km
1982 Debby Category 2 271 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 4.5 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 4.1 in
April 35°F (2°C) 4.2 in
May 44°F (7°C) 3.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Driest
September 53°F (12°C) 5.0 in
October 44°F (7°C) 5.2 in Wettest
November 36°F (2°C) 4.7 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 4.9 in

Princeton has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 20°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (3.7").

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Radio Stations near Princeton

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Princeton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Green Family Forge
Trinity Museum

Gas Stations in Princeton

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Irving

Airports Near Princeton

2 airports within the area.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Princeton

What is the population of Princeton?

Princeton has a population of 55 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Princeton?

Princeton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches, with 26.4 inches of snow.

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