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Orford (QC) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Orford.
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Climate overview of Orford
Orford, Quebec, Canada, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) in July, while winters cool to -4°C (25°F) in January.
With around 1318 mm (52 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Orford has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has warm summers and very cold winters. The wettest month is June.
Orford Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Orford - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Orford
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Orford. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -4°C (25°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in July to -14°C (7°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Orford
Orford has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1318 mm (52 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Orford experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 141 mm (5.6 in) in June, the wettest month, and 80 mm (3.1 in) in February, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Orford Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Orford
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Orford is usually found in June, July, August and September. Conditions are generally least comfortable in January, February, March, April, October, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very cold
Feb
very cold
Mar
cold
Apr
wet
May
good
Jun
very good
Jul
very good
Aug
very good
Sep
very good
Oct
wet
Nov
cold
Dec
cold
- Best overall: June, July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -14°C (7°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Orford
What is the best time to visit Orford?
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Orford. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Orford has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Orford?
Daytime highs range from -4°C (25°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -14°C (7°F) to 14°C (57°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Orford get?
Annual rainfall is around 1318 mm (52 in). June is the wettest month with 141 mm (5.6 in), while February is the driest with 80 mm (3.1 in).
Orford 3-Day Forecast
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