Newfoundland & Labrador Weather Forecast: Wednesday, May 20

Weather  

A true spring sampler is on tap for tomorrow: expect plenty of cloud cover, spotty showers, a few brighter breaks, and a lingering wintry edge across Labrador. Keep a light jacket and umbrella close—the weather will flip between damp, breezy, and briefly pleasant throughout the day.

St. John’s & Eastern Newfoundland

  • Conditions: Mainly cloudy with periods of drizzle or light rain beginning mid-morning.

  • High / Low: 10 °C / 6 °C

  • Wind: East 20–35 km/h, gusting 45 km/h along exposed headlands.

  • Impact: Damp roads and reduced visibility on coastal routes, especially during heavier drizzle.

  • Advice: Allow a little extra time for the commute, and watch for slick sidewalks and crosswalks.

Corner Brook & Western Newfoundland

  • Conditions: Cloudy through noon, then brief sunny breaks; a passing shower possible late afternoon.

  • High / Low: 12 °C / 3 °C

  • Wind: Northwest 15–25 km/h.

  • Impact: Minimal—just cool and occasionally damp.

  • Advice: Ideal window for yardwork or errands between lunch and supper.

Gander & Central Newfoundland

  • Conditions: Mostly cloudy; scattered afternoon showers ending by early evening.

  • High / Low: 11 °C / 4 °C

  • Wind: West 20 km/h.

  • Impact: Wet pavement could become slick during brief bursts of rain.

  • Advice: Toss a compact rain shell in your bag and plan around short-lived showers.

Happy Valley–Goose Bay

  • Conditions: Cloudy morning giving way to a mix of sun and cloud after lunch.

  • High / Low: 9 °C / –1 °C

  • Wind: Northwest 25 km/h, easing late day.

  • Impact: Early-day wind chill near freezing; otherwise calm.

  • Advice: Layer up in the morning and shed a layer once the sun breaks through.

Labrador City & Western Labrador

  • Conditions: Overcast with a 40 % chance of morning flurries, mixing with rain-snow showers into the afternoon.

  • High / Low: 3 °C / –4 °C

  • Wind: North 30 km/h, gusting 45 km/h.

  • Impact: Blowing snow may briefly reduce visibility during the morning commute.

  • Advice: Keep winter driving habits in mind—snow tires and extra stopping distance still apply.

Province-Wide Snapshot

  • Island: Predominantly grey with patchy drizzle or showers; mildest inland from Corner Brook through Gander.

  • Labrador: Wintry hang-on continues—flurries and chilly winds, with late-day clearing in the east.

  • Winds: Generally moderate; strongest along the Avalon and northern coasts.

Quick Prep Checklist

  1. Check local radar or forecast updates before heading out.

  2. Stow an extra layer and wet-weather gear in your car or backpack.

  3. Secure loose outdoor items on the Avalon where gusts peak.

  4. For Labrador drivers, plan extra travel time and keep an emergency kit on board.

Stay weather-wise, take the day as it comes, and enjoy the mid-week mix across Newfoundland and Labrador!