Rock Island, QC
Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro
Rock Island is a small town in Quebec with a population of 897.
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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How Rock Island Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.2°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,020 ft (311 m) |
| Area | 43.7 sq mi (113.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0070°N, 72.0963°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.8 in |
Rock Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.6").
Radio Stations near Rock Island
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFLX - La radio communautaire de l'estrie | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIDI-FM 99.1 Knowlton, QC | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKOY "107.7 FM Estrie" Sherbrooke, QC | news, talk | MP3 | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Rock Island
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOODRICH LIBRARY | GENERAL MUSEUM | $241,637 | ||
| ORLEANS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8027542022 | $222,768 | |
| AHA ABENAKI HELPING ABENAKI | GENERAL MUSEUM | 158 WHITING LANE | ||
| DERBY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 35 JUNIOR HIGH DRIVE | 8027665324 | |
| HOLLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ISLAND POND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8027235983 | ||
| MORGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 14 TOAD POND ROAD | ||
| Colby-Curtis Museum | ||||
| Copp's Ferry Museum | ||||
| Granite Central | ||||
| Station piscicole de Baldwin |
Libraries in Rock Island
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOODRICH MEMORIAL | 202 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 38,636 | |||
| HASKELL FREE | 93 CASWELL AVE. | 0.0 | 18,616 | |||
| DAILEY MEMORIAL | 101 JUNIOR HIGH DR. | 0.0 | 12,792 | |||
| ISLAND POND PUBLIC | 49 MILL ST. EXT. | 0.0 | 10,400 | |||
| JONES MEMORIAL | 1 WATER ST. | 0.0 | 7,592 | |||
| LEACH PUBLIC | 130 PARK AVE. | 0.0 | 6,102 | |||
| Bibliothèque Ayer's Cliff | 0.0 | |||||
| Haskell Free Library & Opera House | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rock Island
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bleuetière l’Or Bleu | |||||
| Marché local de Stanstead | |||||
| Marché public des Collines | |||||
| Newport, VT Farmers Market | The Causeway | 05/10/2014 to 10/25/2014 | Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | ||
| Westmore Farmers' Market | 27 Hinton Hill Rd | 06/03/2013 to 09/30/2013 | Mon: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM; | ||
| Willoughby Lake Farmers & Artisans Market | Route 5A & Long Pond Rd | May to September | Thu:3:00 pm - 7:00 pm; | Visit |
Ski Resorts Near Rock Island
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stowe | 70.0 | 13 | 1,116 | $106 | November - April | Yes | Yes |
| Owl's Head | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Les Sentiers d'à Côté | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bromont Montagne d'Expérience | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mont Orford | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Cell Towers in Rock Island
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 1371 Paradise Mountain Rd | MTOWER | 42 |
| 1371 Paradise Mountain Rd | MTOWER | 42 |
Airports Near Rock Island
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bromont (Roland Désourdy) Airport | ZBM | Medium Airport |
| Sherbrooke Airport | YSC | Medium Airport |
| Caledonia County Airport | LLX | Small Airport |
| Catamount Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crossroad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Douglas Field | - | Small Airport |
| Gifford Field | - | Small Airport |
| John H Boylan State (Island Pond) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lightning Bolt Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mansonville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Morrisville-Stowe State Airport | MVL | Small Airport |
| Mount Washington Regional Airport | HIE | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Northeast Kingdom International Airport | EFK | Small Airport |
| Perras Field | - | Small Airport |
| St-Dominique Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taylor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Twin Mountain Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Two Tails Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Valcourt Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Weller Airport | - | Small Airport |
| West Burke Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Rock Island
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BAART Behavioral Health Services | Substance Abuse | 802-334-0110 |
| Northeast Kingdom Human Services Inc | Both | 802-334-6744 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rock Island
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église de Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci | |
| Stanstead South United Church |
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What is the population of Rock Island?
Rock Island has a population of 897 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 43.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rock Island?
Rock Island has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches, with 16.5 inches of snow.
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