Climate Insights for Baie-Comeau

Manicouagan, Quebec, Canada

Hottest
July
21°C peak69°F peak
Coldest
January
-15°C low6°F low
Wettest
October
125 mm rain4.9 in rain
Best to Visit
August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Baie-Comeau is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 1,081 mm of precipitation falls per year. Baie-Comeau receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Baie-Comeau 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 -15°C. Baie-Comeau experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Baie-Comeau is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 42.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Baie-Comeau receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Baie-Comeau 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 6°F. Baie-Comeau experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -8°Average: -11°Min: -15°FebMax: -7°Average: -11°Min: -14°MarMax: -2°Average: -5°Min: -8°AprMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -2°MayMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 5°JunMax: 18°Average: 14°Min: 11°JulMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 15°AugMax: 20°Average: 17°Min: 14°SepMax: 15°Average: 12°Min: 10°OctMax: 10°Average: 7°Min: 5°NovMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -2°DecMax: -5°Average: -8°Min: -11°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 18°FAverage: 12°FMin: 6°FFebMax: 20°FAverage: 12°FMin: 6°FMarMax: 29°FAverage: 23°FMin: 17°FAprMax: 39°FAverage: 33°FMin: 28°FMayMax: 53°FAverage: 46°FMin: 40°FJunMax: 64°FAverage: 58°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 69°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 68°FAverage: 62°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 60°FAverage: 54°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 49°FAverage: 45°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 35°FAverage: 31°FMin: 28°FDecMax: 24°FAverage: 18°FMin: 13°F
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Baie-Comeau has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -15°C and the daily average is -11°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Baie-Comeau vary considerably across the year, with a 63°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 63°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 6°F and the daily average is 12°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 64mmFebPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 60mmMarPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 70mmAprPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 39mmMayPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 93mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 56mmDecPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 63mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 25inFebPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 24inMarPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 27inAprPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 16inMayPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 22inDecPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 25in
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Snow (in)

Baie-Comeau is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,081 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 90 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 125 mm of rainfall. December and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 68 mm. That's 57 mm 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. Baie-Comeau receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 362cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 70cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Baie-Comeau is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 42.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 4.9 in of rainfall. December and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.7 in. That's 2.2 in 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. Baie-Comeau receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 142in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 27in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 15km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 16km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Baie-Comeau is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 16km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Baie-Comeau is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-11°12°F
Feb-11°12°F
Mar-5°23°F
Apr1°33°F
May8°46°F
Jun14°58°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug17°62°F
Sep12°54°F
Oct7°45°F
Nov0°31°F
Dec-8°18°F

The best time to visit Baie-Comeau is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 89 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 21°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -15°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Baie-Comeau is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 69°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Baie-Comeau 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Baie-Comeau based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-15 °C6 °F
-8 °C18 °F
15 km/h10 mph
68 mm2.7 in
64 cm25 in
Feb
-14 °C6 °F
-7 °C20 °F
15 km/h10 mph
69 mm2.7 in
60 cm24 in
Mar
-8 °C17 °F
-2 °C29 °F
15 km/h9 mph
82 mm3.2 in
70 cm27 in
Apr
-2 °C28 °F
4 °C39 °F
14 km/h9 mph
84 mm3.3 in
39 cm16 in
May
5 °C40 °F
12 °C53 °F
13 km/h8 mph
85 mm3.3 in
4 cm2 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
18 °C64 °F
12 km/h8 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C58 °F
21 °C69 °F
11 km/h7 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
20 °C68 °F
11 km/h7 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
15 °C60 °F
12 km/h8 mph
93 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
10 °C49 °F
13 km/h8 mph
125 mm4.9 in
4 cm2 in
Nov
-2 °C28 °F
2 °C35 °F
15 km/h9 mph
95 mm3.7 in
56 cm22 in
Dec
-11 °C13 °F
-5 °C24 °F
16 km/h10 mph
103 mm4.1 in
63 cm25 in