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Gander Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Gander is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Gander, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in July to a very cold -1°C in February.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -11°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Gander experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1225 mm of precipitation annually. The wettest period in Gander occurs in December, which receives around 117 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, May, Gander experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 85 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Gander

Wed   Jan 15
-2°C | -7°C
NE 4 m/s
1.5 mm
overcast and  chance of snow

overcast and chance of snow

Thu   Jan 16
-1°C | -5°C
NW 7 m/s
2.7 mm
overcast and snow

overcast and snow

Fri   Jan 17
-3°C | -8°C
NW 5 m/s
4.4 mm
overcast and  chance of snow

overcast and chance of snow

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Gander in Canada

During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is winter in Gander?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February, March and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Gander?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Gander?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Gander?
    December tops the wettest month list with 117 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Gander?
    May is the driest month with 85 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.