Weather & Climate in Sainte-Hedwidge, QC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sainte-Hedwidge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. The area receives 14.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 925 feet.
Temperature
1°F Jan (-17°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 34.0°F |
| 37% below US avg | |
| January Average | 1°F (-17°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 925 ft (282 m) |
| Area | 178.3 sq mi (461.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4811°N, 72.3628°W |
| Timezone | America/Montreal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Jul 12, 2000 | 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada | M4.2 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Dec 31, 1990 | 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada | M4.2 | 101 km | 18 km |
| Jan 19, 2022 | 11 km SSE of Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix, Canada | M2.5 | 52 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°F (-17°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 5°F (-15°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 9°F (-13°C) | 2.8 in |
Sainte-Hedwidge has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 1°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.9").