Weather & Climate in Eeyou Istchee Baie-James, QC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Eeyou Istchee Baie-James has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-1°C). Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 66°F. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. The area receives 12.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,132 feet.
Temperature
-6°F Jan (-21°C)
60°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 29.4°F |
| 46% below US avg | |
| January Average | -6°F (-21°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,132 ft (345 m) |
| Area | 109,314.5 sq mi (283,124.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.9635°N, 75.0327°W |
| Timezone | America/Montreal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Jun 5, 2002 | 277 km N of Mistissini, Canada | M4.5 | 111 km | 18 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6°F (-21°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | -3°F (-19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 10°F (-12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 22°F (-5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 4°F (-16°C) | 2.6 in |
Eeyou Istchee Baie-James has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from -6°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (1.4").