Climate Insights for White-Head-Percé
Le Rocher-Percé, Quebec, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in White-Head-Percé is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,152 mm of precipitation falls per year. White-Head-Percé receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. White-Head-Percé 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°C. White-Head-Percé experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in White-Head-Percé is cool. The average annual temperature is 41°F and approximately 45.3 in of precipitation falls per year. White-Head-Percé receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. White-Head-Percé 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°F. White-Head-Percé experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in White-Head-Percé vary considerably across the year, with a 33°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 -12°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 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in White-Head-Percé vary considerably across the year, with a 58°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 64°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 11°F and the daily average is 17°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 10°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
White-Head-Percé is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,152 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 96 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 127 mm of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 70 mm. That's 56 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. White-Head-Percé receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 376cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 85cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.White-Head-Percé is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5 in of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.8 in. That's 2.2 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. White-Head-Percé receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 148in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 33in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
White-Head-Percé is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/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 19km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.White-Head-Percé is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph 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 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit White-Head-Percé 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 74 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -12°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 White-Head-Percé 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 2.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 11°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 White-Head-Percé 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 White-Head-Percé 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.