Weather & Climate in Chapleau, ON
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chapleau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. The area receives 13.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,407 feet.
Temperature
4°F Jan (-16°C)
62°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 34.7°F |
| 36% below US avg | |
| January Average | 4°F (-16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,407 ft (429 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8405°N, 83.4034°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.1.
| Feb 19, 2013 | 119 km ENE of Wawa, Canada | M4.1 | 66 km | 8 km |
| Sep 22, 2012 | 122 km ENE of Wawa, Canada | M3.9 | 68 km | 18 km |
| Feb 12, 2015 | 120 km ENE of Wawa, Canada | M2.5 | 65 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°F (-16°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 8°F (-14°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 2.6 in |
Chapleau has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 4°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.8").