Weather & Climate in La Motte, QC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
La Motte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,007 feet.
Temperature
2°F Jan (-17°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 34.5°F |
| 36% below US avg | |
| January Average | 2°F (-17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,007 ft (307 m) |
| Area | 67.8 sq mi (175.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.3278°N, 78.1097°W |
| Timezone | America/Montreal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Apr 1, 2020 | 3 km NE of Saint-Isidore, Canada | M2.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2020 | 33 km NW of Malartic, Canada | M2.9 | 26 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°F (-17°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 4°F (-15°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 2.6 in |
La Motte has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 2°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.7").