The best times to visit Lac Saint-Jean for ideal weather are
May 28th to September 16th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Lac Saint-Jean Travel Guide
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Weather in Lac Saint-Jean
Temperature
Average temperatures in Lac Saint-Jean vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Lac Saint-Jean, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid July where highs are regularly around 77.4°F (25.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.5°F (13.6°C) at night.
Lac Saint-Jean Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Lac Saint-Jean Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Lac Saint-Jean Perceived Temperature (F)
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Lac Saint-Jean Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Lac Saint-Jean Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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Jan | 16.2 | 6.2 | -2.8 |
Feb | 19 | 8.6 | -0.2 |
Mar | 31.5 | 20 | 10.9 |
Apr | 48.7 | 37 | 27.7 |
May | 64.2 | 51.4 | 40 |
Jun | 72.5 | 60.8 | 50.1 |
Jul | 76.5 | 65.6 | 56.4 |
Aug | 74.5 | 63.8 | 55.1 |
Sep | 67 | 55.7 | 46.7 |
Oct | 52.7 | 43.4 | 35.4 |
Nov | 39.5 | 31.4 | 24.1 |
Dec | 23.4 | 15.3 | 7.5 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | -8.8 | -14.3 | -19.3 |
Feb | -7.2 | -13 | -17.9 |
Mar | -0.3 | -6.7 | -11.7 |
Apr | 9.3 | 2.8 | -2.4 |
May | 17.9 | 10.8 | 4.4 |
Jun | 22.5 | 16 | 10.1 |
Jul | 24.7 | 18.7 | 13.6 |
Aug | 23.6 | 17.7 | 12.8 |
Sep | 19.4 | 13.2 | 8.2 |
Oct | 11.5 | 6.3 | 1.9 |
Nov | 4.2 | -0.3 | -4.4 |
Dec | -4.8 | -9.3 | -13.6 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Lac Saint-Jean are February, January, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of June 25th.
When can you find snow in Lac Saint-Jean? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Lac Saint-Jean is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.
Chance of Precipitation
The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Lac Saint-Jean.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Lac Saint-Jean (in).
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Average Rain and Snow by Month
Show Inches
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (in) | Total Precipitation (in) |
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Jan | 16% | 7.5 | 2 |
Feb | 14% | 7.3 | 1.3 |
Mar | 18% | 8 | 1.9 |
Apr | 21% | 5.8 | 2.7 |
May | 25% | 2.4 | 3 |
Jun | 31% | 0 | 3.5 |
Jul | 30% | 0 | 4 |
Aug | 33% | 0 | 5.2 |
Sep | 25% | 0 | 4.1 |
Oct | 26% | 2.4 | 3.5 |
Nov | 20% | 2.5 | 2.3 |
Dec | 23% | 6.3 | 3.1 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 16 | 19.1 | 5.1 |
Feb | 14 | 18.5 | 3.3 |
Mar | 18 | 20.3 | 4.8 |
Apr | 21 | 14.7 | 6.9 |
May | 25 | 6.1 | 7.6 |
Jun | 31 | 0 | 8.9 |
Jul | 30 | 0 | 10.2 |
Aug | 33 | 0 | 13.2 |
Sep | 25 | 0 | 10.4 |
Oct | 26 | 6.1 | 8.9 |
Nov | 20 | 6.4 | 5.8 |
Dec | 23 | 16 | 7.9 |
Humidity and Wind
Lac Saint-Jean has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (51% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (68.7%).
Wind in Lac Saint-Jean is usually moderate. The windiest month is March, followed by April and November. March’s average wind speed of around 8.3 knots (9.5 MPH or 15.4 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 15.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Lac Saint-Jean.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
Jan | 7.4 | Gentle breeze | 14.2 | Significant breeze |
Feb | 7.8 | Gentle breeze | 13.9 | Significant breeze |
Mar | 8.3 | Gentle breeze | 14.7 | Significant breeze |
Apr | 7.9 | Gentle breeze | 14.2 | Significant breeze |
May | 7 | Gentle breeze | 13.2 | Significant breeze |
Jun | 6 | Light breeze | 11.6 | Significant breeze |
Jul | 6.4 | Light breeze | 12.1 | Significant breeze |
Aug | 6.2 | Light breeze | 12 | Significant breeze |
Sep | 6.9 | Light breeze | 12.8 | Significant breeze |
Oct | 7.1 | Gentle breeze | 12.9 | Significant breeze |
Nov | 7.8 | Gentle breeze | 14.3 | Significant breeze |
Dec | 7.3 | Gentle breeze | 14 | Significant breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 58.5% |
Feb | 55.3% |
Mar | 51.7% |
Apr | 52.8% |
May | 51% |
Jun | 58.8% |
Jul | 63.3% |
Aug | 68.6% |
Sep | 68.7% |
Oct | 68% |
Nov | 65.5% |
Dec | 68.7% |
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The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Lac Saint-Jean, QC, Canada is July, followed by August and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Lac Saint-Jean in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Lac Saint-Jean Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 70.1°F (21.2°C) and 22.9°F (-5.1°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.
Summer (June through August)
The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 9 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Lac Saint-Jean, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 71.5°F (21.9°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.
Winter (December through February)
Weather is far too cold this time of year in Lac Saint-Jean to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 28.5°F (-1.9°C) and 10.9°F (-11.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
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