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Verdun Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Verdun.
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Climate overview of Verdun
Verdun, Canada, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) in July, while winters cool to -4°C (25°F) in January.
With around 1165 mm (46 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Verdun 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. The sunniest month is July, with 9.1 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Verdun Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Verdun - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Verdun
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Verdun. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C (82°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 17°C (63°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 Verdun
Verdun has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1165 mm (46 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Verdun enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In June, you can expect around 115 mm (4.5 in) of precipitation, while in February, Verdun receives about 72 mm (2.8 in). For more details, please visit our Verdun Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Verdun
Verdun can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.7 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Montréal, Canada (6 KM, 4 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Montréal, Canada (6 KM, 4 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Montréal, Canada (6 KM, 4 Miles).
Water Temperature in Verdun
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 3°C (37°F) in February to 21°C (70°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Data from: Montréal, Canada (6 KM, 4 Miles).
Humidity in Verdun by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Verdun.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 71%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 51%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Montréal, Canada (6 KM, 4 Miles).
Wind Speed in Verdun
The mean wind speed varies between 5 m/s (10 knots) and 7 m/s (14 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in June, July, August and September and highest during January, February, March and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Data from: Montréal, Canada (6 KM, 4 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Verdun
Conditions in Verdun are generally most comfortable in May, June, July, August and September. They are typically least comfortable in January, February, March, April, 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
very good
Jun
very good
Jul
very good
Aug
very good
Sep
very good
Oct
mixed
Nov
cold
Dec
cold
- Best overall: May, June, July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Best for swimming: August and September.
- 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 Verdun
What is the best time to visit Verdun?
May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Verdun. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Verdun has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Verdun?
Daytime highs range from -4°C (25°F) in January to 28°C (82°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -14°C (7°F) to 17°C (63°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Verdun get?
Annual rainfall is around 1165 mm (46 in). June is the wettest month with 115 mm (4.5 in), while February is the driest with 72 mm (2.8 in).
How sunny is Verdun?
Verdun receives around 2,042 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 272 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 80 hours. Overall, Verdun enjoys abundant sunshine.
Verdun 3-Day Forecast
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