Climate Overview
The climate in Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 994mm of precipitation falls per year. Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 994mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 127mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 45mm. That's 82mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 228cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 42cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base, which began on June 21, 2026. Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -12°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -7 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 231mm for the season, averaging 77mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 323mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -4 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 291mm for the season, averaging 97mm per month. Expect around 42cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -12 to -3°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 148mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Expect around 123cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lac Vieux Desert Seaplane Base 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.
