Climate Insights for Sainte-Paule

La Matanie, Quebec, Canada

Hottest
July
23°C peak73°F peak
Coldest
February
-14°C low6°F low
Wettest
July
105 mm rain4.1 in rain
Best to Visit
August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sainte-Paule is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1,095 mm of precipitation falls per year. Sainte-Paule receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sainte-Paule 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 -14°C. Sainte-Paule experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Sainte-Paule is cool. The average annual temperature is 40°F and approximately 43.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Sainte-Paule receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sainte-Paule 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 6°F. Sainte-Paule experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -6°Average: -10°Min: -14°FebMax: -5°Average: -10°Min: -14°MarMax: 0°Average: -5°Min: -8°AprMax: 6°Average: 2°Min: -2°MayMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 5°JunMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 11°JulMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 14°AugMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 13°SepMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 9°OctMax: 11°Average: 7°Min: 4°NovMax: 3°Average: 0°Min: -3°DecMax: -3°Average: -7°Min: -10°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 21°FAverage: 14°FMin: 7°FFebMax: 22°FAverage: 14°FMin: 6°FMarMax: 31°FAverage: 24°FMin: 17°FAprMax: 43°FAverage: 35°FMin: 29°FMayMax: 58°FAverage: 49°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 68°FAverage: 60°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 56°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 55°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 52°FAverage: 45°FMin: 40°FNovMax: 37°FAverage: 32°FMin: 27°FDecMax: 26°FAverage: 20°FMin: 14°F
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Sainte-Paule 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 23°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -10°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Sainte-Paule has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 67°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 6°F and the daily average is 14°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 74mmFebPrecipitation: 71mmSnow: 61mmMarPrecipitation: 93mmSnow: 77mmAprPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 42mmMayPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 5mmJunPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 53mmDecPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 55mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 29inFebPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 24inMarPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 30inAprPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 16inMayPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 21inDecPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 22in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Sainte-Paule is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,095 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 105 mm of rainfall. June and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 71 mm. That's 33 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Sainte-Paule receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 372cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 77cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Sainte-Paule is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 43.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.6 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 4.1 in of rainfall. June and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.8 in. That's 1.3 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Sainte-Paule receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 146in 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: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 16km/hDecWind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Sainte-Paule 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 16km/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 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 16km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Sainte-Paule 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°14°F
Feb-10°14°F
Mar-5°24°F
Apr2°35°F
May10°49°F
Jun15°60°F
Jul19°65°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct7°45°F
Nov0°32°F
Dec-7°20°F

The best time to visit Sainte-Paule is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 96 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 23°C, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to -14°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 Sainte-Paule is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.8 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 73°F, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°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 Sainte-Paule 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 Sainte-Paule 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
-14 °C7 °F
-6 °C21 °F
15 km/h9 mph
78 mm3.1 in
74 cm29 in
Feb
-14 °C6 °F
-5 °C22 °F
16 km/h10 mph
71 mm2.8 in
61 cm24 in
Mar
-8 °C17 °F
0 °C31 °F
15 km/h10 mph
93 mm3.7 in
77 cm30 in
Apr
-2 °C29 °F
6 °C43 °F
14 km/h9 mph
86 mm3.4 in
42 cm16 in
May
5 °C41 °F
15 °C58 °F
13 km/h8 mph
89 mm3.5 in
5 cm2 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
20 °C68 °F
13 km/h8 mph
103 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C58 °F
23 °C73 °F
12 km/h8 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C56 °F
22 °C71 °F
12 km/h8 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
17 °C63 °F
13 km/h8 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
4 °C40 °F
11 °C52 °F
14 km/h9 mph
103 mm4 in
4 cm2 in
Nov
-3 °C27 °F
3 °C37 °F
16 km/h10 mph
100 mm3.9 in
53 cm21 in
Dec
-10 °C14 °F
-3 °C26 °F
16 km/h10 mph
87 mm3.4 in
55 cm22 in