Weather in Quebec City
What's the weather like in Quebec City?
Quebec City has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from -6°C (20°F) in January to 25°C (76°F) in July, with overnight lows around -15°C (5°F) and 16°C (60°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Quebec City are June through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇦 Canada
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Toronto
- Coordinates
- 46.814, -71.208
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6°C / 20°F | -15°C / 5°F | 85 mm | 19 | — |
| February | -5°C / 23°F | -14°C / 6°F | 86 mm | 18 | — |
| March | 0°C / 33°F | -8°C / 17°F | 85 mm | 17 | — |
| April | 8°C / 46°F | -2°C / 29°F | 111 mm | 16 | — |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 7°C / 44°F | 94 mm | 17 | — |
| June | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 145 mm | 19 | — |
| July | 25°C / 76°F | 16°C / 60°F | 142 mm | 20 | — |
| August | 24°C / 74°F | 15°C / 59°F | 130 mm | 20 | — |
| September | 20°C / 67°F | 11°C / 51°F | 111 mm | 16 | — |
| October | 12°C / 54°F | 5°C / 40°F | 145 mm | 18 | — |
| November | 3°C / 38°F | -4°C / 26°F | 96 mm | 17 | — |
| December | -3°C / 27°F | -10°C / 13°F | 105 mm | 17 | — |
Quebec City by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Quebec City?
The most comfortable months in Quebec City are usually June, August, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Quebec City?
July is typically the hottest month in Quebec City, averaging a high of 25°C (76°F).
What is the coldest month in Quebec City?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -15°C (5°F).
Does it snow in Quebec City?
Snow is rare in Quebec City; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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