Climate Insights for Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau
La Vallée-de-la-Gatineau, Quebec, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,117 mm of precipitation falls per year. Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau 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 -13°C. Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau is cool. The average annual temperature is 42°F and approximately 44 in of precipitation falls per year. Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau 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 8°F. Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau 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 24°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -13°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 October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau 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 75°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 8°F and the daily average is 15°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,117 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 93 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 111 mm of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 71 mm. That's 40 mm 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-Thérèse-de-Gatineau receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 274cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 61cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 44 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.8 in. That's 1.6 in 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-Thérèse-de-Gatineau receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 108in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 24in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau 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 November, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 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 12km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau 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 November, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 99 mm per month. By contrast, January 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 Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 in per month. By contrast, January 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 Sainte-Thérèse-de-Gatineau 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-Thérèse-de-Gatineau 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.