Signal Hill, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Signal Hill is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 1,551.

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

1,551 Population 5/sq mi density
44°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population1,551
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain60.6 in/yr
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Signal Hill 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 312 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

Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Area298.2 sq mi (772.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates47.5716°N, 52.6866°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 64 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 1 146 km
2021 Larry Category 1 144 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 153 km
2010 Igor Category 1 115 km
1982 Debby Category 2 159 km
1980 Georges Category 1 251 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 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

Signal Hill 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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Radio Stations near Signal Hill

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 Signal Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apothecary Hall
Apothecary Hall
Blackhead One Room Church and School Museum
Cabot Tower
Cape Spear Lighthouse Museum
James J. O'Mara Pharmacy Museum
Newman Wine Vaults
Petty Harbour Museum
Signal Hill Park Interpretation Centre
The Rooms

Libraries in Signal Hill

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 Signal Hill

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

Cafes in Signal Hill

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Newfoundland Chocolate Cafe

Breweries in Signal Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Banished Brewing
Quidi Vidi Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Signal Hill

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Signal Hill

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 Signal Hill

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Recovery Centre

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UFO Sightings
7
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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UFO Sightings Near Signal Hill

7 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Signal Hill.

Name Year Description
St. john&#39s (canada), NF 2012 http://t.co/wZ1IxNKC
St. john&#39s (canada), NF 2009 Bending streak of white light over suburban area.
St. john&#39s (canada), NF 2006 I observed a bright light off in a distance over the ocean. The object would steadily and slowly move over the ocean and over Cape Spea
St. john&#39s (canada), NF 2004 Orbital Object overtakes Space Station at incredible speed
St john&#39s (canada), NF 2003 star like object that travelled across the sky changed direction and continued at what appeared to be different speeds and disappeared.
St. john&#39s (canada), NF 2001 Strange light seen on horizon and followed using atronomical telescope
St. john&#39s (canada), NF 1998 Started off as 3 points of intense yellow light in triangle formation - then grew larger - it becage a single egg shape - VERY bright.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Signal Hill

What is the population of Signal Hill?

Signal Hill has a population of 1,551 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 298.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Signal Hill?

Signal Hill 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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