Climate Insights for Bas-Caraquet

Town of Caraquet, New Brunswick, Canada

Hottest
August
20°C peak69°F peak
Coldest
February
-9°C low15°F low
Wettest
November
129 mm rain5.1 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bas-Caraquet is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1,256 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bas-Caraquet receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bas-Caraquet is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Bas-Caraquet experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Bas-Caraquet is cool. The average annual temperature is 42°F and approximately 49.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Bas-Caraquet receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bas-Caraquet is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 15°F. Bas-Caraquet experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°-5°0°5°10°15°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -3°Average: -6°Min: -8°FebMax: -4°Average: -7°Min: -9°MarMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -5°AprMax: 3°Average: 1°Min: 0°MayMax: 9°Average: 7°Min: 6°JunMax: 15°Average: 13°Min: 12°JulMax: 20°Average: 18°Min: 17°AugMax: 20°Average: 19°Min: 18°SepMax: 17°Average: 15°Min: 14°OctMax: 12°Average: 10°Min: 9°NovMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 2°DecMax: 0°Average: -2°Min: -4°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°FAverage: 21°FMin: 18°FFebMax: 25°FAverage: 19°FMin: 15°FMarMax: 30°FAverage: 26°FMin: 23°FAprMax: 37°FAverage: 34°FMin: 32°FMayMax: 47°FAverage: 44°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 59°FAverage: 55°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 68°FAverage: 65°FMin: 63°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 66°FMin: 64°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 60°FMin: 57°FOctMax: 54°FAverage: 51°FMin: 48°FNovMax: 41°FAverage: 38°FMin: 35°FDecMax: 32°FAverage: 28°FMin: 25°F
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Temperatures in Bas-Caraquet vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -7°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Bas-Caraquet vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 15°F and the daily average is 19°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 69mmFebPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 69mmMarPrecipitation: 116mmSnow: 73mmAprPrecipitation: 111mmSnow: 31mmMayPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 112mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 111mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 129mmSnow: 24mmDecPrecipitation: 116mmSnow: 50mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 27inFebPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 27inMarPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 29inAprPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 12inMayPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 10inDecPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 20in
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Snow (in)

Bas-Caraquet is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,256 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 129 mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 82 mm. That's 47 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Bas-Caraquet receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 320cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 73cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Bas-Caraquet is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 49.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.1 in of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.2 in. That's 1.9 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Bas-Caraquet receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 126in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 29in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 28km/hFebWind Speed: 27km/hMarWind Speed: 25km/hAprWind Speed: 23km/hMayWind Speed: 21km/hJunWind Speed: 20km/hJulWind Speed: 19km/hAugWind Speed: 20km/hSepWind Speed: 23km/hOctWind Speed: 25km/hNovWind Speed: 29km/hDecWind Speed: 30km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17mphFebWind Speed: 17mphMarWind Speed: 16mphAprWind Speed: 14mphMayWind Speed: 13mphJunWind Speed: 13mphJulWind Speed: 12mphAugWind Speed: 12mphSepWind Speed: 14mphOctWind Speed: 15mphNovWind Speed: 18mphDecWind Speed: 19mph
Wind Speed

Bas-Caraquet is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 24km/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 30km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 11km/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 28km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 26km/h in autumn.Bas-Caraquet is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 15mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 19mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 12mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7mph 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 18mph in winter, 14mph in spring, 12mph in summer, 16mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-6°21°F
Feb-7°19°F
Mar-3°26°F
Apr1°34°F
May7°44°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep15°60°F
Oct10°51°F
Nov3°38°F
Dec-2°28°F

The best time to visit Bas-Caraquet is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 82 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -9°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 Bas-Caraquet is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 15°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 Bas-Caraquet 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 Bas-Caraquet 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
-8 °C18 °F
-3 °C26 °F
28 km/h17 mph
105 mm4.1 in
69 cm27 in
Feb
-9 °C15 °F
-4 °C25 °F
27 km/h17 mph
91 mm3.6 in
69 cm27 in
Mar
-5 °C23 °F
-1 °C30 °F
25 km/h16 mph
116 mm4.6 in
73 cm29 in
Apr
0 °C32 °F
3 °C37 °F
23 km/h14 mph
111 mm4.4 in
31 cm12 in
May
6 °C42 °F
9 °C47 °F
21 km/h13 mph
105 mm4.2 in
4 cm1 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
15 °C59 °F
20 km/h13 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C63 °F
20 °C68 °F
19 km/h12 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C64 °F
20 °C69 °F
20 km/h12 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C57 °F
17 °C63 °F
23 km/h14 mph
112 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C48 °F
12 °C54 °F
25 km/h15 mph
111 mm4.4 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C35 °F
5 °C41 °F
29 km/h18 mph
129 mm5.1 in
24 cm10 in
Dec
-4 °C25 °F
0 °C32 °F
30 km/h19 mph
116 mm4.6 in
50 cm20 in