Climate Insights for Rivière-Bersimis

La Haute-Côte-Nord, Quebec, Canada

Hottest
July
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
January
-15°C low5°F low
Wettest
October
123 mm rain4.8 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Rivière-Bersimis is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1,052 mm of precipitation falls per year. Rivière-Bersimis receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rivière-Bersimis 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 -15°C. Rivière-Bersimis experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Rivière-Bersimis is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 41.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Rivière-Bersimis receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rivière-Bersimis 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 5°F. Rivière-Bersimis experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -7°Average: -11°Min: -15°FebMax: -6°Average: -11°Min: -15°MarMax: -1°Average: -5°Min: -9°AprMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -2°MayMax: 13°Average: 9°Min: 5°JunMax: 19°Average: 15°Min: 11°JulMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°AugMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 13°SepMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 9°OctMax: 10°Average: 7°Min: 5°NovMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -3°DecMax: -4°Average: -8°Min: -11°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 19°FAverage: 12°FMin: 5°FFebMax: 21°FAverage: 13°FMin: 5°FMarMax: 30°FAverage: 23°FMin: 17°FAprMax: 42°FAverage: 35°FMin: 28°FMayMax: 56°FAverage: 48°FMin: 40°FJunMax: 66°FAverage: 58°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 62°FMin: 56°FSepMax: 62°FAverage: 54°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 51°FAverage: 45°FMin: 40°FNovMax: 36°FAverage: 31°FMin: 27°FDecMax: 24°FAverage: 18°FMin: 12°F
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Rivière-Bersimis has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 37°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -15°C and the daily average is -11°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Rivière-Bersimis has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 66°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 64°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 5°F and the daily average is 12°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 66mmFebPrecipitation: 67mmSnow: 59mmMarPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 70mmAprPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 40mmMayPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 80mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 123mmSnow: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 55mmDecPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 61mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 26inFebPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 23inMarPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 28inAprPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 16inMayPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 22inDecPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 24in
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Snow (in)

Rivière-Bersimis is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,052 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 123 mm of rainfall. December and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 67 mm. That's 56 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-Bersimis receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 361cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 70cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Rivière-Bersimis is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. December and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.6 in. That's 2.2 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-Bersimis receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 142in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 28in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 15km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Rivière-Bersimis is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h 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 15km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Rivière-Bersimis is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph 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 10mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-11°12°F
Feb-11°13°F
Mar-5°23°F
Apr1°35°F
May9°48°F
Jun15°58°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug17°62°F
Sep12°54°F
Oct7°45°F
Nov0°31°F
Dec-8°18°F

The best time to visit Rivière-Bersimis is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 92 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -15°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-Bersimis is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.6 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 5°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-Bersimis 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-Bersimis 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
-15 °C5 °F
-7 °C19 °F
15 km/h10 mph
69 mm2.7 in
66 cm26 in
Feb
-15 °C5 °F
-6 °C21 °F
15 km/h9 mph
67 mm2.6 in
59 cm23 in
Mar
-9 °C17 °F
-1 °C30 °F
15 km/h9 mph
83 mm3.3 in
70 cm28 in
Apr
-2 °C28 °F
5 °C42 °F
14 km/h9 mph
86 mm3.4 in
40 cm16 in
May
5 °C40 °F
13 °C56 °F
13 km/h8 mph
83 mm3.3 in
4 cm2 in
Jun
11 °C51 °F
19 °C66 °F
13 km/h8 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C57 °F
22 °C71 °F
11 km/h7 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C56 °F
21 °C69 °F
11 km/h7 mph
88 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C49 °F
16 °C62 °F
12 km/h8 mph
80 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C40 °F
10 °C51 °F
13 km/h8 mph
123 mm4.8 in
4 cm2 in
Nov
-3 °C27 °F
2 °C36 °F
15 km/h9 mph
90 mm3.6 in
55 cm22 in
Dec
-11 °C12 °F
-4 °C24 °F
15 km/h10 mph
99 mm3.9 in
61 cm24 in