Quebec City Weather Forecast
Quebec City weather: 42°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Quebec City weather in October
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Climate in Quebec City month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21° | 5° | 2,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 24° | 4° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 34° | 17° | 4,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 49° | 30° | 4,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 44° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 73° | 54° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 78° | 61° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 75° | 57° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 68° | 50° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 42° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 38° | 27° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 26° | 11° | 3,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Quebec City
Go in September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Quebec City compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Quebec City.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Lawrence River | 0 mi | 42°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Baxter State Park | 126 mi | 28°F | 47°F cooler | 53 in |
| Montreal | 145 mi | 46°F | +36°F warmer | 42 in |
| Montreal-Trudeau International Airport | 153 mi | 47°F | +37°F warmer | 43 in |
| Mont-Tremblant National Park | 159 mi | 40°F | 34°F cooler | 51 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Quebec City?
Quebec City is a city in Quebec. Its coordinates are 46.8139, -71.208. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Quebec City right now?
It is currently 42°F (6°C) with clear. Humidity is 56% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Quebec City?
September offer the most comfortable conditions in Quebec City, which has a subarctic climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Quebec City in?
Quebec City observes America/Toronto (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:13 PM.
How many people live in Quebec City?
Quebec City has a population of approximately 540.000.
What is the nearest airport to Quebec City?
The closest airports are Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 153 mi away and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 308 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Quebec City?
Popular options include St. Lawrence River, Baxter State Park, Mont-Tremblant National Park, Mount Washington, Franconia Notch State Park and Acadia National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 22, 2026 at 9:13 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
