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Deer Island (New Brunswick)

Island

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.

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Deer Island (New Brunswick) essentials

Country: Canada
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Dollar ($)
Language: French, English

Deer Island (New Brunswick) at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Deer Island (New Brunswick)

Best time is summer for boating and swimming; shoulder seasons suit birdwatchers and quieter visits.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Warmest and busiest season-best for swimming and boating.
Spring/Autumn (Apr-May, Sep-Oct)
April-May, September-October · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
Quieter for birdwatching and shoreline walks.

Weather & Climate near Deer Island (New Brunswick)

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 16 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -12° - -2° -14° 109 mm - - 5.0 m/s - -
February - -11° - -1° -12° 83 mm - - 5.1 m/s - -
March - -6° - 4° -6° 107 mm - - 5.1 m/s - -
April - 0° - 9° 1° 98 mm - - 4.7 m/s - -
May - 5° - 16° 10° 104 mm - - 4.4 m/s - -
June - 9° - 21° 15° 91 mm - - 4.0 m/s - -
July - 12° - 24° 18° 84 mm - - 3.6 m/s - -
August - 12° - 24° 18° 82 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
September - 9° - 19° 14° 101 mm - - 4.0 m/s - -
October - 4° - 13° 6° 104 mm - - 4.5 m/s - -
November - -1° - 7° -1° 115 mm - - 5.0 m/s - -
December - -8° - 1° -10° 115 mm - - 5.2 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

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.