Sherbrooke, Quebec Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Sherbrooke, Quebec gets 978 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 -15°C).

Sherbrooke climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Sherbrooke, Quebec has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -4°C in January to 26°C in July. July is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Sherbrooke get?

Sherbrooke gets 978 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 165 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 83% of Canada.

July is the wettest month, with 105 mm. February is the driest, with 58 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 17 days, to October 6, 2023.

Does it snow in Sherbrooke?

The snowiest winter on record is 1970–71, with 412 cm.

Sherbrooke weather by month

Sherbrooke weather in January

In January, Sherbrooke averages a high of -4°C and a low of -15°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The January record high is 17°C (1995) and the record low is -40°C (1971).

Sherbrooke weather in February

In February, Sherbrooke averages a high of -2°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2017) and the record low is -39°C (1971).

Sherbrooke weather in March

In March, Sherbrooke averages a high of 3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (2012) and the record low is -32°C (1982).

Sherbrooke weather in April

In April, Sherbrooke averages a high of 11°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (1990) and the record low is -20°C (1972).

Sherbrooke weather in May

In May, Sherbrooke averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The May record high is 35°C (2020) and the record low is -6°C (1974). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sherbrooke weather in June

In June, Sherbrooke averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 97 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (1983) and the record low is -2°C (1986). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sherbrooke weather in July

In July, Sherbrooke averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 105 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The July record high is 34°C (1983) and the record low is 2°C (1992).

Sherbrooke weather in August

In August, Sherbrooke averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (1975) and the record low is 1°C (1982). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sherbrooke weather in September

In September, Sherbrooke averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2002) and the record low is -5°C (1978). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sherbrooke weather in October

In October, Sherbrooke averages a high of 13°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (1970) and the record low is -11°C (1972).

Sherbrooke weather in November

In November, Sherbrooke averages a high of 6°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (2022) and the record low is -24°C (2018).

Sherbrooke weather in December

In December, Sherbrooke averages a high of -1°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The December record high is 18°C (2020) and the record low is -37°C (1970).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Sherbrooke

May is the sunniest month in Sherbrooke, with sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 23%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Sherbrooke is cloudier than 70% of Canada.

Humidity peaks in August at 80% and is lowest in April at 58%.

Sherbrooke has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Sherbrooke is cooler than 68% of Canada.

First and last freeze in Sherbrooke

The first fall freeze in Sherbrooke typically comes around September 25, and the last spring freeze around May 16. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 132 days.

Sherbrooke weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Sherbrooke station is 36°C, on August 2, 1975. The coldest is -40°C, on January 18, 1971.

The wettest day on record brought 94 mm of rain, on July 6, 1984.

36 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Sherbrooke

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -2°C and lows near -13°C. Snow is possible.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near -1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 12°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 3°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January66 mm1478%24%17°-40°
February58 mm1371%30%18°-39°
March65 mm1465%30%26°-32°
April78 mm1358%35%30°-20°
May90 mm1558%40%35°-6°
June97 mm1471%37%35°-2°
July105 mm1577%39%34°
August95 mm1380%36%36°
September84 mm1278%40%34°-5°
October91 mm1376%36%29°-11°
November71 mm1474%34%23°-24°
December79 mm1576%23%18°-37°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Sherbrooke climate questions

How much rain does Sherbrooke get?

Sherbrooke gets 978 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 165 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Sherbrooke?

July is the wettest month in Sherbrooke, with 105 mm. February is the driest, with 58 mm.

How many rainy days does Sherbrooke have a year?

Sherbrooke has about 165 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Sherbrooke?

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

What is the coldest month in Sherbrooke?

January is the coldest month in Sherbrooke, with an average low of -15°C.

What is the record high temperature in Sherbrooke?

The record high at the Sherbrooke station is 36°C, set on August 2, 1975. The record low is -40°C, on January 18, 1971.

What is the sunniest month in Sherbrooke?

May is the sunniest month in Sherbrooke, with sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Sherbrooke?

The first fall freeze in Sherbrooke typically comes around September 25. The last spring freeze is around May 16.

What is the best time to visit Sherbrooke?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station LENNOXVILLE (7 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station LENNOXVILLE.