Climate Insights for Pointe-Basse

Urban agglomeration of Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada

Hottest
August
20°C peak68°F peak
Coldest
February
-6°C low21°F low
Wettest
November
151 mm rain6 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Pointe-Basse is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1,219 mm of precipitation falls per year. Pointe-Basse receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pointe-Basse 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 -6°C. Pointe-Basse experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Pointe-Basse is cool. The average annual temperature is 43°F and approximately 48 in of precipitation falls per year. Pointe-Basse receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pointe-Basse 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 21°F. Pointe-Basse experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°-5°0°5°10°15°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -4°FebMax: -2°Average: -4°Min: -6°MarMax: -1°Average: -2°Min: -4°AprMax: 2°Average: 1°Min: 0°MayMax: 6°Average: 5°Min: 4°JunMax: 12°Average: 11°Min: 10°JulMax: 18°Average: 17°Min: 16°AugMax: 20°Average: 19°Min: 18°SepMax: 17°Average: 15°Min: 14°OctMax: 12°Average: 11°Min: 9°NovMax: 7°Average: 5°Min: 4°DecMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -1°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°FAverage: 27°FMin: 24°FFebMax: 28°FAverage: 24°FMin: 21°FMarMax: 31°FAverage: 28°FMin: 25°FAprMax: 36°FAverage: 34°FMin: 32°FMayMax: 43°FAverage: 41°FMin: 39°FJunMax: 53°FAverage: 51°FMin: 50°FJulMax: 64°FAverage: 62°FMin: 61°FAugMax: 68°FAverage: 66°FMin: 64°FSepMax: 62°FAverage: 60°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 53°FAverage: 51°FMin: 49°FNovMax: 44°FAverage: 41°FMin: 38°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 32°FMin: 30°F
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Temperatures in Pointe-Basse vary considerably across the year, with a 26°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 -6°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Pointe-Basse vary considerably across the year, with a 47°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 68°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 21°F and the daily average is 24°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 117mmSnow: 73mmFebPrecipitation: 107mmSnow: 75mmMarPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 54mmAprPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 22mmMayPrecipitation: 79mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 151mmSnow: 22mmDecPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 56mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 29inFebPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 29inMarPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 21inAprPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 9inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 6inSnow (in): 9inDecPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 22in
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Pointe-Basse is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,219 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 102 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 151 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 77 mm. That's 75 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. Pointe-Basse receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 304cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 75cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Pointe-Basse is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 48 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.9 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3 in. That's 3 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. Pointe-Basse receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 120in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 29in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/h35km/h40km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 34km/hFebWind Speed: 34km/hMarWind Speed: 31km/hAprWind Speed: 28km/hMayWind Speed: 25km/hJunWind Speed: 25km/hJulWind Speed: 22km/hAugWind Speed: 24km/hSepWind Speed: 28km/hOctWind Speed: 29km/hNovWind Speed: 35km/hDecWind Speed: 36km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mph20mph25mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 21mphFebWind Speed: 21mphMarWind Speed: 19mphAprWind Speed: 18mphMayWind Speed: 16mphJunWind Speed: 15mphJulWind Speed: 14mphAugWind Speed: 15mphSepWind Speed: 17mphOctWind Speed: 18mphNovWind Speed: 22mphDecWind Speed: 23mph
Wind Speed

Pointe-Basse is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 29km/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 36km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 22km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 14km/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 35km/h in winter, 28km/h in spring, 23km/h in summer, 30km/h in autumn.Pointe-Basse is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 18mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 23mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 14mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9mph 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 22mph in winter, 18mph in spring, 15mph in summer, 19mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-3°27°F
Feb-4°24°F
Mar-2°28°F
Apr1°34°F
May5°41°F
Jun11°51°F
Jul17°62°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep15°60°F
Oct11°51°F
Nov5°41°F
Dec0°32°F

The best time to visit Pointe-Basse is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 84 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°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 Pointe-Basse is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 21°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 Pointe-Basse 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 Pointe-Basse 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
-4 °C24 °F
-1 °C31 °F
34 km/h21 mph
117 mm4.6 in
73 cm29 in
Feb
-6 °C21 °F
-2 °C28 °F
34 km/h21 mph
107 mm4.2 in
75 cm29 in
Mar
-4 °C25 °F
-1 °C31 °F
31 km/h19 mph
97 mm3.8 in
54 cm21 in
Apr
0 °C32 °F
2 °C36 °F
28 km/h18 mph
95 mm3.7 in
22 cm9 in
May
4 °C39 °F
6 °C43 °F
25 km/h16 mph
79 mm3.1 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
10 °C50 °F
12 °C53 °F
25 km/h15 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C61 °F
18 °C64 °F
22 km/h14 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C64 °F
20 °C68 °F
24 km/h15 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C58 °F
17 °C62 °F
28 km/h17 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C49 °F
12 °C53 °F
29 km/h18 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
4 °C38 °F
7 °C44 °F
35 km/h22 mph
151 mm6 in
22 cm9 in
Dec
-1 °C30 °F
2 °C36 °F
36 km/h23 mph
125 mm4.9 in
56 cm22 in