Climate Insights for Cacouna
Rivière-du-Loup (MRC), Quebec, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Cacouna is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1,124 mm of precipitation falls per year. Cacouna receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cacouna 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. Cacouna experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Cacouna is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 44.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Cacouna receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cacouna 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. Cacouna experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Cacouna 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 15°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 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Cacouna 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 59°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 13°F and the daily average is 18°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Cacouna is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,124 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 94 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 151 mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 63 mm. That's 87 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. Cacouna receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 331cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 72cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Cacouna is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 44.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 5.9 in of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.5 in. That's 3.4 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. Cacouna receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 130in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 28in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Cacouna is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 14km/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 20km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Cacouna is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph 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 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Cacouna is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 63 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Cacouna is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 59°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 13°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cacouna 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 Cacouna 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.