# Climate Insights for Bécancour

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/ca/becancour/6881251413): Centre-du-Québec, Québec, Canada*

The climate in Bécancour is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1248mm of precipitation falls per year. Bécancour receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bécancour 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 -12°C. Bécancour experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** July (peak 26°C)
- **Coldest month:** January (low -12°C)
- **Wettest month:** August (137 mm)
- **Best time to visit:** September

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bécancour 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.

| Month | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | -12 | -4 | -8 | 79 | 3 | 60 |
| Feb | -12 | -3 | -8 | 84 | 3 | 59 |
| Mar | -6 | 3 | -2 | 93 | 3 | 36 |
| Apr | 1 | 10 | 5 | 114 | 4 | 19 |
| May | 9 | 19 | 14 | 93 | 3 | 1 |
| Jun | 14 | 24 | 19 | 126 | 3 | 0 |
| Jul | 17 | 26 | 22 | 128 | 3 | 0 |
| Aug | 16 | 25 | 20 | 137 | 3 | 0 |
| Sep (current) | 12 | 21 | 16 | 74 | 3 | 0 |
| Oct | 6 | 14 | 10 | 123 | 3 | 2 |
| Nov | -1 | 5 | 1 | 99 | 3 | 29 |
| Dec | -9 | -2 | -5 | 99 | 3 | 40 |

## Temperature

Bécancour has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

## Precipitation

Bécancour is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1248mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 104mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 137mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 74mm. That's 63mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Bécancour receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 247cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 60cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

## Wind

Bécancour 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 April, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

## Seasons

Currently it is **summer** (astronomical) / **fall** (meteorological) in Bécancour.
Autumn begins September 23, 2026 (14 days from now).

| Season | Begins |
| --- | --- |
| Spring | March 20 |
| Summer | June 21 |
| Autumn | September 23 |
| Winter | December 21 |

It is currently summer in Bécancour, which began on June 21, 2026. Bécancour 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -12°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (14 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from -6 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 299mm for the season, averaging 100mm 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 14 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 391mm across the season with a monthly average of 130mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from -1 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 296mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Expect around 31cm 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 -12 to -2°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 262mm for the season, averaging 87mm per month. Expect around 160cm 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.

## Best time to visit

Recommended months: September.

The best time to visit Bécancour is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 74mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -12°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.