City in Quebec, Canada
Quebec City weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Quebec City
Jun–Sep is warm and festive; early Oct has fall colours. Winter Carnival (Jan–Feb) is lively but very cold; Dec–Mar is snowy.
Quebec City weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-7°66 mm
- Feb-5°64 mm
- Mar-1°72 mm
- Apr8°93 mm
- May17°95 mm
- Jun22°113 mm
- Jul24°123 mm
- Aug23°108 mm
- Sep20°109 mm
- Oct12°119 mm
- Nov4°90 mm
- Dec-3°95 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -7°C19°F | -17°C2°F | 66 mm | 97% | Freezing |
| February | -5°C22°F | -16°C4°F | 64 mm | 96% | Freezing |
| March | -1°C31°F | -10°C14°F | 72 mm | 94% | Freezing |
| April | 8°C46°F | -1°C30°F | 93 mm | 86% | Cold |
| May | 17°C62°F | 6°C43°F | 95 mm | 81% | Cool |
| June | 22°C71°F | 12°C54°F | 113 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| July | 24°C76°F | 16°C60°F | 123 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| August | 23°C74°F | 15°C58°F | 108 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| September | 20°C67°F | 10°C50°F | 109 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| October | 12°C53°F | 4°C39°F | 119 mm | 86% | Cool |
| November | 4°C39°F | -3°C27°F | 90 mm | 90% | Cold |
| December | -3°C26°F | -12°C11°F | 95 mm | 96% | Freezing |
Best months across Canada
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Vancouver | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Montreal | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Banff | Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Niagara Falls | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Quebec City | Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Whistler | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Jul (22°C) |
| Ottawa | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Calgary | Jun–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Victoria | May–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Jasper | Jun–Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Halifax | Jun–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Tofino | Jun–Sep, Nov–Dec | Aug (18°C) |
| Edmonton | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Kelowna | Jun–Sep | Jul (30°C) |
| Yellowknife | Feb–Mar, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Mont-Tremblant | Jan–Mar, Sep–Oct | Jul (24°C) |
| Prince Edward Island | Jun–Sep | Aug (22°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Quebec City?
Feb, Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep is warm and festive; early Oct has fall colours. Winter Carnival (Jan–Feb) is lively but very cold; Dec–Mar is snowy.
When is the rainy season in Quebec City?
Rain peaks in July with about 123 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Quebec City?
July, with average highs of 24°C (76°F).
How cold does Quebec City get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -17°C (2°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Réseau de transport de la Capitale
- Quebec City Airport
- Québec City Tourism
- CHU de Québec
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.