Climate Overview
The climate in Sainte-Adèle is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1374mm of precipitation falls per year. Sainte-Adèle receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sainte-Adèle 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 -14°C. Sainte-Adèle experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Sainte-Adèle has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -10°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 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Sainte-Adèle is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1374mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 114mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 144mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 90mm. That's 53mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Sainte-Adèle receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 327cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 73cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Sainte-Adèle is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Sainte-Adèle, which began on September 23, 2026. Sainte-Adèle is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -14°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -7 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 334mm across the season with a monthly average of 111mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 423mm across the season with a monthly average of 141mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -4 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 319mm across the season with a monthly average of 106mm. Expect around 48cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -14 to -4°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 298mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Expect around 203cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential. Exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sainte-Adèle 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.
