Weather & Climate in Saint-Modeste, QC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Saint-Modeste has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. The area receives 19.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 472 feet.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-14°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 37.1°F |
| 31% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 472 ft (144 m) |
| Area | 42.4 sq mi (109.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8325°N, 69.4034°W |
| Timezone | America/Montreal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
86 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.9.
| Mar 6, 2005 | 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada | M4.9 | 26 km | 13 km |
| Oct 28, 1997 | 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada | M4.8 | 42 km | 12 km |
| Dec 12, 2012 | 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada | M4.4 | 49 km | 5 km |
| Jul 11, 2013 | 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada | M4.4 | 48 km | 15 km |
| Jul 12, 2000 | 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada | M4.2 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jun 13, 2003 | 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada | M4.1 | 53 km | 11 km |
| Sep 25, 1994 | 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada | M4.1 | 42 km | 17 km |
| Feb 24, 2012 | 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada | M4.0 | 66 km | 1 km |
| Jul 14, 2006 | 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine | M3.9 | 119 km | 14 km |
| Aug 17, 2002 | 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada | M3.8 | 100 km | 13 km |
| Dec 30, 1993 | 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada | M3.8 | 84 km | 7 km |
| Jun 16, 2011 | 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada | M3.8 | 52 km | 23 km |
| Aug 4, 2012 | 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada | M3.8 | 112 km | 18 km |
| Jan 21, 2015 | 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada | M3.7 | 80 km | 15 km |
| Apr 7, 2006 | 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada | M3.7 | 100 km | 0 km |
| Aug 20, 1997 | 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada | M3.7 | 74 km | 18 km |
| Jun 15, 2000 | 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada | M3.7 | 35 km | 11 km |
| Dec 8, 1991 | 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada | M3.6 | 33 km | 18 km |
| Dec 1, 1993 | 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada | M3.5 | 60 km | 8 km |
| Aug 7, 2010 | 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada | M3.5 | 131 km | 25 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-14°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 11°F (-12°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 15°F (-10°C) | 3.8 in |
Saint-Modeste has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 8°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.8").