Brigus South

Area Coastal community in Newfoundland and Labrador

Brigus South on Newfoundland’s Avalon Peninsula offers coastal roads, rocky shorelines and a mix of 19th-century homes; visitors travel local routes to experience small-town coastal life.

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Brigus South
47.1166, -52.8814

How to Get to Brigus South #

Brigus South is reached via Route 70 from Conception Bay; from the town of Brigus it is a short local-road drive or a coastal walk. The nearest major center is St. John’s-about 45-60 minutes by car depending on traffic.

Tips for Visiting Brigus South #

  • If visiting Brigus, check the town's seasonal hours-many small local attractions close in winter.
  • Look for maritime plaques and family names on buildings; Brigus's identity is tied to seafaring families and private collections.
  • Combine a stop with a coastal walk along Conception Bay for seals and seabirds.

Best Time to Visit Brigus South #

Best visited in summer for activity and open attractions; late spring or early fall for quieter coastal weather.

Summer
June-August · 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Warmest, with festivals and active fishing heritage displays.
Shoulder season
May & September · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Fewer visitors and brisk coastal light good for photography.

Weather & Climate near Brigus South #

Climate

Brigus South's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1573 mm/year), wettest in January, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (153 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7°

Weather

153 mm
Rainfall
8.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8° -1°

Weather

134 mm
Rainfall
7.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
7.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

June

June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

142 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

149 mm
Rainfall
8.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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