Climate Insights for Baie-des-Sables
La Matanie, Quebec, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Baie-des-Sables is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1,157 mm of precipitation falls per year. Baie-des-Sables receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Baie-des-Sables 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 February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. Baie-des-Sables experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Baie-des-Sables is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 45.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Baie-des-Sables receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Baie-des-Sables 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 February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 13°F. Baie-des-Sables experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Baie-des-Sables vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Baie-des-Sables vary considerably across the year, with a 51°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 64°F with a mean of 60°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 13°F and the daily average is 17°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Baie-des-Sables is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,157 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 96 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 133 mm of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 74 mm. That's 59 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-des-Sables receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 337cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 72cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Baie-des-Sables is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.9 in. That's 2.3 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-des-Sables receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 133in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 28in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Baie-des-Sables is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/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 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 17km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 23km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 20km/h in autumn.Baie-des-Sables is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 15mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph 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 14mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Baie-des-Sables is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 87 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°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-des-Sables is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 13°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-des-Sables 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-des-Sables 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.