Western Bay, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Western Bay is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 395.

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

395 Population 44/sq mi density
41°F Avg Temperature

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

People

Population395
Density44/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Western Bay 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 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (23.1 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates47.8832°N, 53.0814°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"
42% above US avg
Snowfall 22.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.91"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.58"

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 62 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 1 191 km
2021 Larry Category 1 103 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 191 km
2010 Igor Category 1 143 km
1982 Debby Category 2 201 km
1980 Georges Category 1 295 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 4.8 in
February 22°F (-6°C) 4.5 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 4.2 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) 3.6 in Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 5.9 in Wettest
November 37°F (3°C) 5.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 5.2 in

Western Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 22°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (3.6").

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Radio Stations near Western Bay

9 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
Tits.FM - MP3 56 kbps
Newfoundland and Labrador's Pioneer Radio Station oldies, religion MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Western Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bacalieu Island Interpretation Center
Bay De Verde Heritage Premises
Bell Island #2 Mine and Community Museum
Gordon G. Pike Railway Heritage Museum
Railway Station Museum
Willow Tree Heritage Museum

Stadiums & Teams in Western Bay

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Airports Near Western Bay

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. John's International AirportYYTLarge Airport
Bell Island Airport-Small Airport
Harbour Grace Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Western Bay

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Chruch

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Frequently Asked Questions About Western Bay

What is the population of Western Bay?

Western Bay has a population of 395 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 8.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Western Bay?

Western Bay 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 53.9 inches, with 22.8 inches of snow.

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