Québec, Quebec Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Québec, Quebec gets 1143 mm of precipitation a year over about 165 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and January the coldest (average low -14°C).

Québec climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Québec, Quebec has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -6°C in January to 26°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically July to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Québec get?

Québec gets 1143 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 165 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 83% of Canada.

June is the wettest month, with 111 mm. February is the driest, with 73 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 13 days, to October 14, 2021.

Québec weather by month

Québec weather in January

In January, Québec averages a high of -6°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The January record high is 8°C (2006) and the record low is -31°C (2004).

Québec weather in February

In February, Québec averages a high of -4°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The February record high is 11°C (2000) and the record low is -30°C (2023).

Québec weather in March

In March, Québec averages a high of 1°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The March record high is 21°C (2012) and the record low is -24°C (2007).

Québec weather in April

In April, Québec averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (2012) and the record low is -12°C (2003).

Québec weather in May

In May, Québec averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2022) and the record low is -1°C (2025).

Québec weather in June

In June, Québec averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 111 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2003) and the record low is 4°C (2000).

Québec weather in July

In July, Québec averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2013) and the record low is 8°C (2001). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Québec weather in August

In August, Québec averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 104 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2002) and the record low is 6°C (2006). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Québec weather in September

In September, Québec averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 104 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2010) and the record low is -1°C (2000). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Québec weather in October

In October, Québec averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 106 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2013) and the record low is -6°C (2020).

Québec weather in November

In November, Québec averages a high of 5°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (2022) and the record low is -16°C (2012).

Québec weather in December

In December, Québec averages a high of -2°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The December record high is 14°C (2001) and the record low is -25°C (2004).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Québec

September is the sunniest month in Québec, with sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 29%. Over the year the sun shines about 36% of daylight hours. Québec is cloudier than 52% of Canada.

Humidity peaks in August at 78% and is lowest in May at 57%.

Québec has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Québec is hotter than 52% of Canada.

First and last freeze in Québec

The first fall freeze in Québec typically comes around October 22, and the last spring freeze around April 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 177 days.

Québec weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Québec station is 38°C, on July 15, 2013. The coldest is -31°C, on January 15, 2004.

The wettest day on record brought 88 mm of rain, on August 31, 2005.

The best time to visit Québec

The most comfortable time to visit is typically July to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -4°C and lows near -12°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 0°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 14°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January76 mm1477%32%-31°
February73 mm1373%34%11°-30°
March80 mm1470%33%21°-24°
April91 mm1462%37%28°-12°
May88 mm1457%42%32°-1°
June111 mm1669%36%37°
July109 mm1475%37%38°
August104 mm1378%38%36°
September104 mm1278%43%33°-1°
October106 mm1377%37%29°-6°
November92 mm1376%34%23°-16°
December108 mm1678%29%14°-25°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Québec climate questions

How much rain does Québec get?

Québec gets 1143 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 165 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Québec?

June is the wettest month in Québec, with 111 mm. February is the driest, with 73 mm.

How many rainy days does Québec have a year?

Québec has about 165 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Québec?

July is the warmest month in Québec, with an average high of 26°C.

What is the coldest month in Québec?

January is the coldest month in Québec, with an average low of -14°C.

What is the record high temperature in Québec?

The record high at the Québec station is 38°C, set on July 15, 2013. The record low is -31°C, on January 15, 2004.

What is the sunniest month in Québec?

September is the sunniest month in Québec, with sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Québec?

The first fall freeze in Québec typically comes around October 22. The last spring freeze is around April 28.

What is the best time to visit Québec?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically July to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station BEAUPORT (3 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station BEAUPORT.