Gaspé Peninsula Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in April.

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Percé Gaspé Sainte-Anne-des-Monts Carleton sur Mer

Thinking about venturing to the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Gaspé Peninsula in April

The Gaspé Peninsula, Canada is a region in Canada. April in the Gaspé Peninsula generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts to 7°C (45°F) in Carleton sur Mer. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Carleton sur Mer and -3°C (27°F) in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts. In numerous regions in Canada, April is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

To explore the conditions in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts with an average of 87 mm (3.4 in) to high snow/rainfall in Bonaventure with 108 mm (4.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Gaspé Peninsula in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Gaspé Peninsula

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada?

Temperature range in the Gaspé Peninsula (April)

Precipitation variation in the Gaspé Peninsula (April)

Percé

In April Percé generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Percé →

Gaspé

In April Gaspé generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-3°C (27°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Gaspé →

Sainte-Anne-des-Monts

In April Sainte-Anne-des-Monts generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-3°C (27°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts →

Carleton sur Mer

In April Carleton sur Mer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-3°C (27°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Carleton sur Mer →

Matane

In April Matane generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Matane →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Gaspé Peninsula, in Canada.

In our records: Canada April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Canada in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest April day in Canada brought 290 mm (11 in) in Niagara on the Lake on April 27, 1981.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Gaspé Peninsula in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Percé 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Gaspé 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Sainte-Anne-des-Monts 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Carleton sur Mer 7°C (45°F) -3°C (27°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Matane 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Cap-Chat 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)

The Gaspé Peninsula weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in April?

April in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada brings poor weather. In Percé, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near -2°C (28°F).

What is the average temperature in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in April?

Average temperatures in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada during April range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Percé.

Does the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada get a lot of snow/rain in April?

Not particularly. Percé averages just 95 mm (3.7 in) of snow/rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Percé, April may not be the ideal time to visit the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Percé. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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