Cataracts Provincial ParkCataracts Provincial Park at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Cataracts Provincial Park
Summer months offer the most reliable access and milder weather; travel times in Newfoundland can be long-plan accordingly.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Longest daylight and the warmest temperatures-best for hiking and boat access.
Late Spring
May-Jun · 4-12°C (39-54°F)
Melting snow swells rivers and waterfalls; trails can be muddy.
Weather & Climate near Cataracts Provincial Park
Climate
Cataracts Provincial Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1492 mm/year), wettest in January, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
Air Quality:
AQI 16
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -8° - 0° | -12° | 144 mm | - | - | 8.1 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -9° - -1° | -12° | 124 mm | - | - | 7.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -6° - 2° | -9° | 128 mm | - | - | 6.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -1° - 6° | -3° | 106 mm | - | - | 6.3 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 3° - 11° | 4° | 103 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 7° - 16° | 11° | 112 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 11° - 20° | 15° | 109 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 12° - 20° | 16° | 112 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 8° - 17° | 12° | 132 mm | - | - | 5.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 11° | 4° | 144 mm | - | - | 6.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 0° - 7° | -2° | 139 mm | - | - | 7.1 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -4° - 2° | -8° | 139 mm | - | - | 7.8 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Cataracts Provincial Park
The park is in Newfoundland and Labrador; access is typically by road from the nearest service towns. Expect long driving distances and limited services en route-check local maps and the provincial parks website for precise directions and seasonal access notes.
Tips for Visiting Cataracts Provincial Park
- Cell reception is limited; bring a paper map and extra layers-fog can settle quickly.
- Observe seasonal closures if salmon are spawning in local rivers.
- Wear insect repellent in summer-black flies and mosquitoes can be persistent.