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Weather & Climate in Makkovik, NL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Makkovik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 267 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet.
Temperature
2°F Jan (-17°C)
53°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 28.8°F |
| 47% below US avg | |
| January Average | 2°F (-17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 320/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.0867°N, 59.1776°W |
| Timezone | America/Goose_Bay |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Feb 3, 2020 | 158 km N of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Canada | M4.3 | 61 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°F (-17°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 3°F (-16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 12°F (-11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 35°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 3.2 in |
Makkovik has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 2°F in January to 54°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and May the driest (2.1").