Climate Insights for Shigawake
Bonaventure (MRC), Quebec, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Shigawake is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,228 mm of precipitation falls per year. Shigawake receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shigawake is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. Shigawake experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Shigawake is cool. The average annual temperature is 41°F and approximately 48.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Shigawake receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shigawake is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 12°F. Shigawake experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Shigawake vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Shigawake vary considerably across the year, with a 57°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 12°F and the daily average is 18°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Shigawake is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,228 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 102 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 125 mm of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 78 mm. That's 47 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Shigawake receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 349cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 79cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Shigawake is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 48.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 4.9 in of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.1 in. That's 1.9 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Shigawake receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 138in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 31in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Shigawake is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/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 25km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/h gap 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 24km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.Shigawake is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph gap 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 15mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Shigawake 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 79 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°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 Shigawake is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 12°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 Shigawake 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 Shigawake 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.