Climate of Quebec, Canada
Area-weighted average across Quebec. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Quebec, a subdivision of Canada, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -20.9°C / -5.6°F in January to 14°C / 57.2°F in July, with rainfall from 38 mm / 1.5 in to 96 mm / 3.8 in depending on the season (792 mm / 31.2 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -20.9°C-5.6°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
| February | -19.5°C-3.1°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| March | -13.4°C7.9°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Snowy |
| April | -4.8°C23.4°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Snowy |
| May | 3.4°C38.1°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| June | 10.1°C50.2°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| July | 14°C57.2°F | 96 mm3.8″ | — |
| August | 12.7°C54.9°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
| September | 7.5°C45.5°F | 92 mm3.6″ | — |
| October | 1.4°C34.5°F | 77 mm3″ | Snowy |
| November | -6°C21.2°F | 69 mm2.7″ | Snowy |
| December | -15.3°C4.5°F | 57 mm2.2″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Quebec?
Quebec, Canada does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 14°C / 57.2°F, and the driest is February at 38 mm / 1.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Quebec?
Quebec, Canada has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -20.9°C / -5.6°F in January to 14°C / 57.2°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 792 mm / 31.2 in, with the wettest month being July (96 mm / 3.8 in) and the driest February (38 mm / 1.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Quebec?
The hottest month in Quebec is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14°C / 57.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Quebec?
The coldest month in Quebec is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -20.9°C / -5.6°F.
When does it rain most in Quebec?
The wettest month in Quebec is July, averaging about 96 mm / 3.8 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 38 mm / 1.5 in.