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Weather & Climate in Baie-Comeau, QC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Baie-Comeau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. The area receives 69.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-9°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 40.6°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 240 ft (73 m) |
| Area | 129.3 sq mi (334.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 160/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2168°N, 68.1489°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
21 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.4.
| Mar 16, 1999 | 55 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada | M4.4 | 139 km | 18 km |
| Nov 27, 2012 | Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada | M4.2 | 73 km | 17 km |
| Jan 20, 2002 | 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada | M4.1 | 92 km | 30 km |
| Jan 16, 2015 | 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada | M4.1 | 101 km | 18 km |
| Oct 22, 1998 | 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada | M4.1 | 93 km | 18 km |
| Mar 21, 1991 | 41 km SSE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada | M4.0 | 125 km | 18 km |
| Jul 23, 2002 | 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada | M4.0 | 96 km | 18 km |
| Mar 20, 1991 | 44 km SE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada | M3.7 | 132 km | 18 km |
| May 26, 2014 | 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada | M3.7 | 30 km | 21 km |
| May 28, 2006 | 50 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada | M3.6 | 141 km | 18 km |
| Apr 20, 1995 | 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada | M3.3 | 31 km | 15 km |
| Oct 6, 2017 | 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada | M3.3 | 24 km | 22 km |
| May 28, 2006 | 49 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada | M3.3 | 139 km | 20 km |
| May 16, 2010 | 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada | M3.1 | 103 km | 18 km |
| Jan 28, 2023 | 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada | M3.0 | 17 km | 11 km |
| Aug 11, 2022 | 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada | M3.0 | 25 km | 11 km |
| Jan 13, 2022 | 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada | M3.0 | 26 km | 15 km |
| Apr 22, 2012 | 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada | M2.8 | 18 km | 18 km |
| Jul 25, 2007 | 33 km N of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada | M2.7 | 120 km | 17 km |
| Nov 4, 2013 | 19 km E of Forestville, Canada | M2.7 | 73 km | 18 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 8°F (-13°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 14°F (-10°C) | 3.6 in |
Baie-Comeau has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 8°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.6").