Climate Insights for Rivière-Port-Daniel

Le Rocher-Percé, Quebec, Canada

Hottest
July
21°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
February
-13°C low8°F low
Wettest
December
136 mm rain5.4 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Rivière-Port-Daniel is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1,262 mm of precipitation falls per year. Rivière-Port-Daniel receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rivière-Port-Daniel 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-Port-Daniel experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Rivière-Port-Daniel is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 49.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Rivière-Port-Daniel receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rivière-Port-Daniel 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-Port-Daniel experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -5°Average: -9°Min: -13°FebMax: -5°Average: -9°Min: -13°MarMax: -1°Average: -5°Min: -8°AprMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -2°MayMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 4°JunMax: 17°Average: 14°Min: 10°JulMax: 21°Average: 18°Min: 14°AugMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 14°SepMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 9°OctMax: 11°Average: 8°Min: 5°NovMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -2°DecMax: -2°Average: -5°Min: -9°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 23°FAverage: 16°FMin: 9°FFebMax: 23°FAverage: 15°FMin: 8°FMarMax: 31°FAverage: 24°FMin: 18°FAprMax: 40°FAverage: 34°FMin: 29°FMayMax: 53°FAverage: 46°FMin: 39°FJunMax: 63°FAverage: 56°FMin: 50°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FAugMax: 70°FAverage: 63°FMin: 56°FSepMax: 62°FAverage: 55°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 52°FAverage: 46°FMin: 40°FNovMax: 38°FAverage: 33°FMin: 29°FDecMax: 28°FAverage: 22°FMin: 17°F
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Temperatures in Rivière-Port-Daniel vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°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-Port-Daniel vary considerably across the year, with a 63°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 64°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 8°F and the daily average is 15°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 79mmFebPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 71mmMarPrecipitation: 109mmSnow: 88mmAprPrecipitation: 107mmSnow: 41mmMayPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 7mmJunPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 117mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 117mmSnow: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 129mmSnow: 46mmDecPrecipitation: 136mmSnow: 66mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32in34inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 31inFebPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 28inMarPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 34inAprPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 16inMayPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 3inJunPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 18inDecPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 26in
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Snow (in)

Rivière-Port-Daniel is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,262 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 136 mm of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 82 mm. That's 54 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Rivière-Port-Daniel receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 401cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 88cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Rivière-Port-Daniel is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 49.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.4 in of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.2 in. That's 2.1 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Rivière-Port-Daniel receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 158in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 34in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17km/hFebWind Speed: 17km/hMarWind Speed: 16km/hAprWind Speed: 15km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 18km/hDecWind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Rivière-Port-Daniel is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 12km/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 17km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Rivière-Port-Daniel 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 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, 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 11mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-9°16°F
Feb-9°15°F
Mar-5°24°F
Apr1°34°F
May8°46°F
Jun14°56°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct8°46°F
Nov1°33°F
Dec-5°22°F

The best time to visit Rivière-Port-Daniel 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 83 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-Port-Daniel 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 3.3 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-Port-Daniel 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-Port-Daniel 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
-13 °C9 °F
-5 °C23 °F
17 km/h10 mph
97 mm3.8 in
79 cm31 in
Feb
-13 °C8 °F
-5 °C23 °F
17 km/h10 mph
90 mm3.5 in
71 cm28 in
Mar
-8 °C18 °F
-1 °C31 °F
16 km/h10 mph
109 mm4.3 in
88 cm34 in
Apr
-2 °C29 °F
5 °C40 °F
15 km/h9 mph
107 mm4.2 in
41 cm16 in
May
4 °C39 °F
12 °C53 °F
13 km/h8 mph
98 mm3.8 in
7 cm3 in
Jun
10 °C50 °F
17 °C63 °F
13 km/h8 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C57 °F
21 °C71 °F
12 km/h7 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C56 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h8 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C49 °F
17 °C62 °F
14 km/h9 mph
117 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C40 °F
11 °C52 °F
15 km/h9 mph
117 mm4.6 in
4 cm2 in
Nov
-2 °C29 °F
4 °C38 °F
18 km/h11 mph
129 mm5.1 in
46 cm18 in
Dec
-9 °C17 °F
-2 °C28 °F
18 km/h11 mph
136 mm5.4 in
66 cm26 in