Thornlea, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Thornlea is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 61.

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

61 Population 8/sq mi density
41°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population61
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Thornlea has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates47.6087°N, 53.7200°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.9"
50% above US avg
Snowfall 24.5"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.63"
Driest Month (May) 3.74"

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 29 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 1 208 km
2021 Larry Category 1 75 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 178 km
2010 Igor Category 1 119 km
1982 Debby Category 2 199 km
1980 Georges Category 1 300 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 - - 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 5.5 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 4.8 in Coldest
March 28°F (-3°C) 4.7 in
April 36°F (2°C) 4.4 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in Driest
June 51°F (10°C) 4.5 in
July 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in
August 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 5.6 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 5.4 in
December 29°F (-1°C) 5.1 in

Thornlea has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 23°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.6") and May the driest (3.7").

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Radio Stations near Thornlea

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHVO "New Country 103.9" Carbonear, NL country AAC 130 kbps
Tits.FM - MP3 56 kbps

Airports Near Thornlea

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bell Island Airport-Small Airport
Clarenville Airport-Small Airport
Harbour Grace Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thornlea

What is the population of Thornlea?

Thornlea has a population of 61 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Thornlea?

Thornlea 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 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 56.9 inches, with 24.5 inches of snow.

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