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Weather & Climate in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Happy Valley-Goose Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. The area receives 94.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet.
Temperature
5°F Jan (-15°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 35.8°F |
| 34% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 117.6 sq mi (304.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 68/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.3038°N, 60.3258°W |
| Timezone | America/Goose_Bay |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Jul 8, 2012 | 145 km SSW of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Canada | M3.8 | 145 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°F (-15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 3°F (-16°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 15°F (-10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 8°F (-13°C) | 2.9 in |
Happy Valley-Goose Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 66°F / from 3°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.2").