Climate Overview
Saint Pierre and Miquelon has a highly diverse climate, with major differences between regions. Annual temperatures range from lows of -27°C in the coldest regions to highs of 31°C in the warmest areas. Rainfall is fairly uniform nationwide at around 247mm per year. Some regions receive significant snowfall, with up to 246cm annually, while other areas see little to none. The warmest areas are hot year-round while the coldest regions remain very cold, making Saint Pierre and Miquelon a country of sharp climate contrasts.
Temperature by Region
Temperature patterns across Saint Pierre and Miquelon vary by region, with distinct differences between areas. The Central is the warmest part of the country, with peak temperatures reaching 31°C and an annual average of 25°C. Cooler conditions are found in the Central, where winter lows drop to -27°C and an annual average of -18°C. This 44°C difference in annual averages between regions means travellers can experience vastly different conditions depending on which part of Saint Pierre and Miquelon they visit. The biggest regional differences emerge in summer, with up to 43°C variation across the country. For example, Miquelon in the Miquelon-Langlade averages 25°C annually, while Saint-Pierre in the Commune de Saint-Pierre averages -18°C.
Precipitation by Region
Rainfall is relatively uniform across Saint Pierre and Miquelon, with most regions receiving around 247mm per year. The Central receives the most rainfall, at approximately 248mm annually. The Central is the driest, with around 246mm per year. Most regions experience a winter-dominant rainfall pattern, with considerably more precipitation falling during the colder months. The Central sees the most snowfall, with up to 246cm annually, while other parts of the country receive little to none. Rainfall is similar across regions, so travellers can expect comparable conditions regardless of which part of Saint Pierre and Miquelon they visit.
