Deer Island (New Brunswick)
Island New Brunswick island community accessible by ferry
At the mouth of Passamaquoddy Bay, Deer Island offers tide-swept shores, lobster fisheries and ferry access; visitors kayak, fish and explore coastal trails and small island communities.
How to Get to Deer Island (New Brunswick) #
Deer Island is served by scheduled ferry services from the mainland (Netherville/Gulf) in New Brunswick; travel times and frequency vary seasonally. The island is also reachable by private boat when tides and weather permit.
Tips for Visiting Deer Island (New Brunswick) #
- Ferry services operate seasonally-check the local schedule from the mainland at Fairhaven or similar embarkation points.
- Try local seafood in the island's small eateries when in season-lobster and scallops are regional specialties.
- Cycle or walk the island's quiet lanes to spot seals and seabirds along the rocky shore.
Best Time to Visit Deer Island (New Brunswick) #
Best time is summer for boating and swimming; shoulder seasons suit birdwatchers and quieter visits.
Weather & Climate near Deer Island (New Brunswick) #
Deer Island (New Brunswick)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1193 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -11°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (115 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (115 mm).
