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Tadoussac (QC) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Tadoussac.
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Climate overview of Tadoussac
Tadoussac, Quebec, Canada, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) in July, while winters cool to -7°C (19°F) in January.
The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1186 mm (47 in) annually. October is the wettest month. It has pleasant summers and very cold winters.
Tadoussac Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tadoussac - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Tadoussac
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Tadoussac. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July to a very cold -7°C (19°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 13°C (55°F) in July to around -15°C (5°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Tadoussac
Tadoussac has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1186 mm (47 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Tadoussac offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month October (130 mm (5.1 in)) and the driest month February (73 mm (2.9 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Tadoussac 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 Tadoussac
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Tadoussac is usually found in August. Conditions are generally least comfortable in January, February, March, April, May, 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
very cold
Apr
wet
May
wet
Jun
mixed
Jul
very good
Aug
excellent
Sep
mixed
Oct
wet
Nov
cold
Dec
very cold
- Best overall: August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: January, February, March and April
- Seasonal pattern: Pleasant summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -15°C (5°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Tadoussac
What is the best time to visit Tadoussac?
August typically offers the most optimal weather in Tadoussac. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Tadoussac has pleasant summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Tadoussac?
Daytime highs range from -7°C (19°F) in January to 20°C (68°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -15°C (5°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Tadoussac get?
Annual rainfall is around 1186 mm (47 in). October is the wettest month with 130 mm (5.1 in), while February is the driest with 73 mm (2.9 in).
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