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Weather & Climate in Rouyn-Noranda, QC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rouyn-Noranda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. The area receives 82.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 991 feet.
Temperature
5°F Jan (-15°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 38.6°F |
| 29% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Area | 2,302.6 sq mi (5,963.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.2366°N, 79.0231°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
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 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2020 | 33 km NW of Malartic, Canada | M2.9 | 43 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°F (-15°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 6°F (-15°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 33°F (1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 2.4 in |
Rouyn-Noranda has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 5°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.6").