Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park

Park Newfoundland coastal park named for politician Richard Squires

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Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park
Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park, Newfoundland and Labrador
49.3542, -57.1983
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How to Get to Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park #

Accessible by car via the local coastal roads of the Bonavista Peninsula region. The park is a short walk from the roadside parking; check local maps for exact turnoffs from nearby towns.

Tips for Visiting Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park #

  • This is a small roadside provincial park-stop by briefly rather than plan an overnight visit here.
  • Check local signage for any seasonal closures, especially in spring thaw.
  • Combine a visit with nearby coastal stops along Newfoundland's Bonavista Peninsula for a fuller day.

Best Time to Visit Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park #

Summer months offer the mildest weather and easiest access; spring and autumn are quieter but can be windy.

Summer
June-August · 8-18 °C
Warmer for coastal walks and wildflower viewing; the peak season for visitors.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May and September · 3-12 °C
Fewer crowds; cool, blustery days that serve up dramatic skies.

Weather & Climate near Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park #

Climate

Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -14°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1120 mm/year), wettest in October, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-13° -4°

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-14° -4°

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 21°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (114 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -1°

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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