Climate Insights for Saint-Donat

La Mitis, Quebec, Canada

Hottest
July
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
February
-13°C low8°F low
Wettest
October
106 mm rain4.2 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Saint-Donat is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,036 mm of precipitation falls per year. Saint-Donat receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Saint-Donat 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. Saint-Donat experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Saint-Donat is cool. The average annual temperature is 40°F and approximately 40.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Saint-Donat receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Saint-Donat 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. Saint-Donat experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -6°Average: -10°Min: -13°FebMax: -5°Average: -9°Min: -13°MarMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -7°AprMax: 6°Average: 2°Min: -1°MayMax: 13°Average: 9°Min: 5°JunMax: 18°Average: 14°Min: 11°JulMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°AugMax: 21°Average: 18°Min: 14°SepMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 10°OctMax: 11°Average: 8°Min: 6°NovMax: 3°Average: 1°Min: -1°DecMax: -3°Average: -6°Min: -8°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 21°FAverage: 15°FMin: 9°FFebMax: 23°FAverage: 15°FMin: 8°FMarMax: 32°FAverage: 25°FMin: 19°FAprMax: 43°FAverage: 36°FMin: 30°FMayMax: 56°FAverage: 48°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 65°FAverage: 58°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 70°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 56°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 52°FAverage: 47°FMin: 42°FNovMax: 38°FAverage: 34°FMin: 30°FDecMax: 27°FAverage: 22°FMin: 17°F
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Temperatures in Saint-Donat vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°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 Saint-Donat 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 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 73mmFebPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 58mmMarPrecipitation: 93mmSnow: 75mmAprPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 36mmMayPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 106mmSnow: 3mmNovPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 47mmDecPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 53mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 29inFebPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 23inMarPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 30inAprPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 14inMayPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 18inDecPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 21in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Saint-Donat is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,036 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 106 mm of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 68 mm. That's 38 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. Saint-Donat receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 349cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 75cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Saint-Donat is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 4.2 in of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.7 in. That's 1.5 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. Saint-Donat receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 137in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 30in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 16km/hMarWind Speed: 16km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 17km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Saint-Donat 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 17km/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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/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 16km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Saint-Donat 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 July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, 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 10mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-10°15°F
Feb-9°15°F
Mar-4°25°F
Apr2°36°F
May9°48°F
Jun14°58°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep13°56°F
Oct8°47°F
Nov1°34°F
Dec-6°22°F

The best time to visit Saint-Donat 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 85 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 Saint-Donat 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 3.3 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 Saint-Donat 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-Donat 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
-6 °C21 °F
15 km/h10 mph
77 mm3 in
73 cm29 in
Feb
-13 °C8 °F
-5 °C23 °F
16 km/h10 mph
68 mm2.7 in
58 cm23 in
Mar
-7 °C19 °F
0 °C32 °F
16 km/h10 mph
93 mm3.7 in
75 cm30 in
Apr
-1 °C30 °F
6 °C43 °F
14 km/h9 mph
82 mm3.2 in
36 cm14 in
May
5 °C41 °F
13 °C56 °F
13 km/h8 mph
88 mm3.4 in
4 cm1 in
Jun
11 °C51 °F
18 °C65 °F
13 km/h8 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
12 km/h8 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C58 °F
21 °C70 °F
13 km/h8 mph
85 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
17 °C63 °F
14 km/h8 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
6 °C42 °F
11 °C52 °F
15 km/h9 mph
106 mm4.2 in
3 cm1 in
Nov
-1 °C30 °F
3 °C38 °F
17 km/h10 mph
97 mm3.8 in
47 cm18 in
Dec
-8 °C17 °F
-3 °C27 °F
17 km/h10 mph
85 mm3.4 in
53 cm21 in