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Weather & Climate in Amqui, QC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Amqui has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. The area receives 87.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 40.4°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) |
| Area | 46.7 sq mi (121.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 129/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4638°N, 67.4313°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
25 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Nov 27, 2012 | Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada | M4.2 | 40 km | 17 km |
| Jan 20, 2002 | 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada | M4.1 | 119 km | 30 km |
| Jan 16, 2015 | 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada | M4.1 | 117 km | 18 km |
| Oct 22, 1998 | 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada | M4.1 | 105 km | 18 km |
| Jul 23, 2002 | 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada | M4.0 | 130 km | 18 km |
| May 26, 2014 | 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada | M3.7 | 70 km | 21 km |
| Mar 28, 1994 | 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada | M3.6 | 137 km | 18 km |
| May 28, 2006 | 50 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada | M3.6 | 148 km | 18 km |
| Mar 30, 1990 | 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine | M3.5 | 145 km | 18 km |
| Oct 6, 2017 | 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada | M3.3 | 75 km | 22 km |
| Apr 20, 1995 | 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada | M3.3 | 79 km | 15 km |
| May 28, 2006 | 49 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada | M3.3 | 147 km | 20 km |
| May 16, 2010 | 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada | M3.1 | 143 km | 18 km |
| Jan 13, 2022 | 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada | M3.0 | 75 km | 15 km |
| Aug 11, 2022 | 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada | M3.0 | 74 km | 11 km |
| Jan 28, 2023 | 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada | M3.0 | 87 km | 11 km |
| Jul 10, 2014 | 73 km ENE of Hamlin, Maine | M2.8 | 139 km | 4 km |
| Aug 2, 2010 | 18 km NNW of Bathurst, Canada | M2.8 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Apr 22, 2012 | 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada | M2.8 | 90 km | 18 km |
| Jan 19, 2015 | 62 km WSW of Bathurst, Canada | M2.8 | 150 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 8°F (-13°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 40°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 14°F (-10°C) | 3.9 in |
Amqui has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 8°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.8").