Climate Insights for Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest

Minganie, Quebec, Canada

Hottest
July
18°C peak64°F peak
Coldest
February
-13°C low8°F low
Wettest
October
126 mm rain5 in rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 1,161 mm of precipitation falls per year. Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest 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°C. Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 45.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest 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 8°F. Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -6°Average: -9°Min: -12°FebMax: -7°Average: -10°Min: -13°MarMax: -2°Average: -5°Min: -7°AprMax: 3°Average: 0°Min: -2°MayMax: 8°Average: 6°Min: 4°JunMax: 14°Average: 12°Min: 10°JulMax: 18°Average: 16°Min: 14°AugMax: 18°Average: 16°Min: 14°SepMax: 14°Average: 12°Min: 10°OctMax: 9°Average: 7°Min: 5°NovMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -2°DecMax: -3°Average: -6°Min: -8°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 21°FAverage: 15°FMin: 10°FFebMax: 20°FAverage: 14°FMin: 8°FMarMax: 28°FAverage: 23°FMin: 19°FAprMax: 37°FAverage: 32°FMin: 29°FMayMax: 47°FAverage: 42°FMin: 38°FJunMax: 57°FAverage: 53°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 64°FAverage: 60°FMin: 57°FAugMax: 64°FAverage: 60°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 56°FAverage: 53°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 48°FAverage: 44°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 36°FAverage: 32°FMin: 29°FDecMax: 26°FAverage: 21°FMin: 17°F
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Temperatures in Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest vary considerably across the year, with a 31°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 -13°C and the daily average is -10°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 Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest vary considerably across the year, with a 56°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 8°F and the daily average is 14°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 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 79mmSnow: 73mmFebPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 58mmMarPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 72mmAprPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 42mmMayPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 8mmJunPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 126mmSnow: 6mmNovPrecipitation: 113mmSnow: 51mmDecPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 69mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 29inFebPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 23inMarPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 28inAprPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 17inMayPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 3inJunPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 20inDecPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 27in
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Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,161 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 97 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 126 mm of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 69 mm. That's 58 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. Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 379cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 73cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 5 in of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.7 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. Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 149in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 29in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 21km/hFebWind Speed: 21km/hMarWind Speed: 20km/hAprWind Speed: 19km/hMayWind Speed: 17km/hJunWind Speed: 17km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 17km/hOctWind Speed: 19km/hNovWind Speed: 22km/hDecWind Speed: 23km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13mphFebWind Speed: 13mphMarWind Speed: 13mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 11mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 11mphOctWind Speed: 12mphNovWind Speed: 14mphDecWind Speed: 14mph
Wind Speed

Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/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 22km/h in winter, 19km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 9mph, 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, 10mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-9°15°F
Feb-10°14°F
Mar-5°23°F
Apr0°32°F
May6°42°F
Jun12°53°F
Jul16°60°F
Aug16°60°F
Sep12°53°F
Oct7°44°F
Nov0°32°F
Dec-6°21°F

The best time to visit Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 84 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -13°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 Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°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 Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest 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 Rivière-à-la-Chaloupe-Ouest 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
-12 °C10 °F
-6 °C21 °F
21 km/h13 mph
79 mm3.1 in
73 cm29 in
Feb
-13 °C8 °F
-7 °C20 °F
21 km/h13 mph
69 mm2.7 in
58 cm23 in
Mar
-7 °C19 °F
-2 °C28 °F
20 km/h13 mph
86 mm3.4 in
72 cm28 in
Apr
-2 °C29 °F
3 °C37 °F
19 km/h12 mph
94 mm3.7 in
42 cm17 in
May
4 °C38 °F
8 °C47 °F
17 km/h11 mph
84 mm3.3 in
8 cm3 in
Jun
10 °C49 °F
14 °C57 °F
17 km/h10 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C57 °F
18 °C64 °F
15 km/h9 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
18 °C64 °F
15 km/h9 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
14 °C56 °F
17 km/h11 mph
115 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
9 °C48 °F
19 km/h12 mph
126 mm5 in
6 cm2 in
Nov
-2 °C29 °F
2 °C36 °F
22 km/h14 mph
113 mm4.5 in
51 cm20 in
Dec
-8 °C17 °F
-3 °C26 °F
23 km/h14 mph
125 mm4.9 in
69 cm27 in