What’s the Weather Like in Gaspésie in the Summer?

The weather in Gaspésie is similar to the rest of Québec. To give you an idea of what that means, compare the average maximum temperatures in Gaspésie in July and August (in Celsius and Fahrenheit) to those of several cities in the province of Québec using the table below:

While Gaspésie does not generally experience high humidity or extreme heat in the summer, this region is sunny and hot in July and August.

Just keep in mind that Gaspésie is a maritime region, so it will be cooler and breezier by the water than in the forest. To enjoy your sea excursions, evening walks on the docks or mountain hikes (on peaks over 1000 metres high), we recommend you pack a warm sweater and a windbreaker.

Exploramer. Photo: Éric Marchand

Will it be sunny in Gaspésie in early August? This is impossible to predict, since the weather in Québec is very changeable. However, no matter what, there is always something to do in Gaspésie! After all, there is no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing!

Still need some convincing? Here are some pictures that speak for themselves!

Mont St-Alban, Forillon national Park. Photo: Mathieu Dupuis

Carleton-sur-Mer Beach. Photo: Roger St-Laurent

Reford Gardens. Photo: Roger St-Laurent

Haldimand Beach. Photo: Tourisme Gaspésie

Vallée de la Framboise. Photo: Geneviève Gagné

Regardless of the weather, a multitude of exciting activities await you in Gaspésie!

See also: 

• How many days are needed to tour the Gaspésie?
• Which Itinerary Should You Choose for Your Tour of Gaspésie?