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Weather & Climate in Gaspé, QC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gaspé has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 84.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-6°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 432.0 sq mi (1,118.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.8334°N, 64.4819°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Sep 21, 2013 | 53 km SSE of Maliotenam, Canada | M4.2 | 147 km | 18 km |
| Mar 28, 1994 | 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada | M3.6 | 94 km | 18 km |
| Jul 21, 2009 | 63 km SSE of Maliotenam, Canada | M3.5 | 133 km | 14 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-6°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 32°F (0°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 4.3 in |
Gaspé has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 12°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.8").