Weather in October in Quebec
Considering a trip to Quebec this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Quebec in October?
Quebec is a region in Canada. October in Quebec generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is cold in Chibougamau at 8°C and mild in Salaberry de Valleyfield at 14°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 5°C in Salaberry de Valleyfield and 1°C in Chibougamau.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Shawville with an average of 95 mm to high rainfall in Les Éboulements with 151 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Montréal.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 140 hours of sunlight expected in Montréal. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Quebec in October, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Quebec climate page.
Where to go in Quebec in October
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Quebec?
Montréal
In October Montréal generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Quebec City
In October Quebec City generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Mont-Tremblant
In October Mont-Tremblant generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
La Malbaie
In October La Malbaie generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Magdalen Islands
In October Magdalen Islands generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Quebec?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Montréal, October may not be the ideal time to visit Quebec.
On average, the best time to visit Quebec is in May, June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Montréal. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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