Gooseberry Cove Provincial Park Park

Newfoundland coastal park with picnic and beach access

Main image

Gooseberry Cove Provincial Park at a Glance#

Address: Gooseberry Cove Provincial Park vicinity, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada (near coastal cove)

Hours: Park access generally open year-round

How to Get to Gooseberry Cove Provincial Park#

Accessible by regional roads from nearby Newfoundland communities; drives along coastal routes are scenic but can be narrow and variable-plan for slower travel and consult local maps for exact approach roads.

Tips for Visiting Gooseberry Cove Provincial Park#

  • Check trail status and tide charts-some coastal paths near the cove can be affected by tides.
  • Visit late afternoon for dramatic light on the cliffs and quieter beaches.
  • Respect local conservation rules-rock pools and bird nesting areas are protected.

Best Time to Visit Gooseberry Cove Provincial Park#

Summer for the most accessible and comfortable coastal conditions.

Summer
June-August · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Cool and pleasant for coastal walks and sea-air photography.
Spring/Autumn
May, September-October · 2-12°C (36-54°F)
Quieter seasons with dynamic coastal weather; some services may be limited.
Winter
November-April · -10-2°C (14-36°F)
Harsh coastal winter conditions-limited access and snow or sea ice possible.

Weather & Climate near Gooseberry Cove Provincial Park#

Climate

Gooseberry Cove Provincial Park'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 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1436 mm/year), wettest in October, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
19°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

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

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
8.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

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

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
7.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

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

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
7.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 17°

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
12° 19°

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (148 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
7.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

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

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
8.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy