New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove
Area Clustered towns on Newfoundland's east coast
A cluster of small communities on Newfoundland’s east coast, New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley’s Cove-Lead Cove draws visitors for coastal drives, harbour views, local fisheries and traditional outport architecture.
How to Get to New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove #
These communities are reached by provincial highways off the main routes toward the Avalon Peninsula. The region is best explored by car; seasonal ferry schedules and winter weather should be checked in advance.
Tips for Visiting New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove #
- Combine stops: the cluster of towns listed are close together and make a pleasant rural driving route.
- Respect private property-coastal paths and headlands can pass near working farms.
Best Time to Visit New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove #
Late spring through summer is most convenient for services and coastal walking; Newfoundland weather can be changeable year-round.
Weather & Climate near New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove #
New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1351 mm/year), wettest in October, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (149 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and breezy conditions.