Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial ParkWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park
Summer months offer the mildest weather and easiest access; spring and autumn are quieter but can be windy.
Summer
June-August · 8-18 °C
Warmer for coastal walks and wildflower viewing; the peak season for visitors.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May and September · 3-12 °C
Fewer crowds; cool, blustery days that serve up dramatic skies.
Weather & Climate near Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park
Climate
Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -14°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1120 mm/year), wettest in October, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
Air Quality:
AQI 15
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -13° - -4° | -15° | 95 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -14° - -4° | -15° | 77 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -9° - 0° | -10° | 71 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -3° - 5° | -3° | 69 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 2° - 12° | 4° | 83 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 6° - 17° | 12° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 11° - 21° | 16° | 95 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 10° - 21° | 15° | 112 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 7° - 16° | 11° | 108 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 2° - 10° | 3° | 114 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -2° - 4° | -3° | 106 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -8° - -1° | -10° | 101 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park
Accessible by car via the local coastal roads of the Bonavista Peninsula region. The park is a short walk from the roadside parking; check local maps for exact turnoffs from nearby towns.
Tips for Visiting Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park
- This is a small roadside provincial park-stop by briefly rather than plan an overnight visit here.
- Check local signage for any seasonal closures, especially in spring thaw.
- Combine a visit with nearby coastal stops along Newfoundland's Bonavista Peninsula for a fuller day.