Shea Heights, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Shea Heights is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 1,643.

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

1,643 Population 6/sq mi density
44°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population1,643
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain60.6 in/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Shea Heights has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°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 62 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area273.8 sq mi (709.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates47.5499°N, 52.7147°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 61 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 1 145 km
2021 Larry Category 1 145 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 150 km
2010 Igor Category 1 112 km
1982 Debby Category 2 157 km
1980 Georges Category 1 250 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 - - 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°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 65°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

Shea Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 23°F in February to 65°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 Shea Heights

4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Montessori - - - -
Lakecrest - - - -
St. John Bosco - - - -
Lakecrest Independent School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Shea Heights

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 Shea Heights

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 Shea Heights

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 Shea Heights

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

Hotels in Shea Heights

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Extended Stay Canada - St. John's - Downtown

Cafes in Shea Heights

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Monuments in Shea Heights

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Maid of Industry

Gas Stations in Shea Heights

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada

Breweries in Shea Heights

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Banished Brewing
Quidi Vidi Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Shea Heights

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Shea Heights

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 Shea Heights

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Recovery Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shea Heights

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Patrick's
War Memorial
Wesley United

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shea Heights

What is the population of Shea Heights?

Shea Heights has a population of 1,643 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shea Heights?

Shea Heights has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 60.6 inches, with 103.7 inches of snow.

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