Climate Insights for Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan
Bonaventure (MRC), Quebec, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1,160 mm of precipitation falls per year. Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan 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 -15°C. Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 45.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan 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 4°F. Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 18°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -15°C and an average temperature of -11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 70°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 65°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 4°F and an average temperature of 13°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,160 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 97 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 119 mm of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 81 mm. That's 38 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. Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 371cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 79cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan 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 December, averaging 4.7 in of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3.2 in. That's 1.5 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. Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 146in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 31in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/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 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph 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 7mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 90 mm per month. By contrast, February 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 Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 4°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 Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan 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 Saint-Alphonse-de-Caplan 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.