Lac-Mégantic (QC) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Lac-Mégantic, Quebec, Canada. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Lac-Mégantic has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1268 mm (50 in) of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The wettest period in Lac-Mégantic occurs in June, which receives around 131 mm (5.2 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, February, Lac-Mégantic experiences moderate snowfall, totaling approximately 84 mm (3.3 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -4°C (25°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Lac-Mégantic Temperature page.

Lac-Mégantic's average annual precipitation is 1268 mm (50 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA, over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Lac-Mégantic (QC)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Lac-Mégantic (QC) Climate page.