Climate Overview
The climate in Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 1310mm of precipitation falls per year. Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -17°C. Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -17°C and an average temperature of -13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1310mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 109mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 147mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 80mm. That's 67mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 388cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 80cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
84 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome, which began on June 21, 2026. Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -17°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -11 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 286mm for the season, averaging 95mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 375mm across the season with a monthly average of 125mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -5 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 392mm across the season with a monthly average of 131mm. Expect around 63cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -17 to -6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 257mm for the season, averaging 86mm per month. Expect around 208cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
