Waterford Valley, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Waterford Valley is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 2,867.

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

2,867 Population 11/sq mi density
41°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population2,867
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain58.6 in/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Waterford Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area273.8 sq mi (709.2 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates47.5217°N, 52.7601°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.6"
54% above US avg
Snowfall 26.1"
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 57 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 1 141 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 148 km
2010 Igor Category 1 108 km
1982 Debby Category 2 155 km
1980 Georges Category 1 249 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 - - 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°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 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in Warmest
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

Waterford Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 23°F in February to 60°F in August. 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 Waterford Valley

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Discovery Learning Center - - - -
Steffen Dance - - - -
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Radio Stations near Waterford Valley

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
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 Waterford Valley

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 Waterford Valley

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 Waterford Valley

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

Cafes in Waterford Valley

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Theatres in Waterford Valley

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

St. John's Cabot 500 Theatre

Monuments in Waterford Valley

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

the Caribou Monument

Gas Stations in Waterford Valley

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kilbride Circle K
Topsail Road Esso

Breweries in Waterford Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Banished Brewing
Quidi Vidi Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Waterford Valley

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Waterford Valley

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 Waterford Valley

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Recovery Centre

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What is the population of Waterford Valley?

Waterford Valley has a population of 2,867 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Waterford Valley?

Waterford Valley 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 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 58.6 inches, with 26.1 inches of snow.

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