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Best Times To Visit Quebec City
The best times to visit Québec City are June through September and December through February. During the summer and winter months, the city's social calendar is booked solid with festivals. Summertime is the most popular time to visit due to the warmer weather, but the Québécois relish winter's icy winds, protecting themselves from the cold weather with hefty parkas and plenty of coffee from a local cafe. The spring and fall shoulder seasons see fewer tourists because of the lack of special events, but that means travelers can take advantage of low rates as well as seasonal perks: Springtime is maple syrup season, while autumn dazzles with colorful foliage.
Weather in Quebec City
Data sourced from the National Climatic Data Center
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| December-February | There's no denying it: Winters in Québec City are cold. Average high temperatures in December and January struggle to breach 20 degrees Fahrenheit, and snowfall is common. However, don't let the cold weather get you down; the Québécois sure don't! Residents deck the halls for the holidays and then spend their January and February weekends enjoying Carnaval celebrations. Key Events:
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| March-May | Spring weather is snowy and wet; temperatures start to climb come April. Average highs rest anywhere from the low 30s to the mid-40s. So why deal with the chilly, damp climate? Two words: maple syrup. During maple harvesting season, many cabanes à sucre (maple sugar shacks) near Québec City invite visitors to watch as they boil the sap into syrup and other tasty treats. In May, temperatures settle in the low 60s, so you'll find both pleasant weather and great deals. Key Events: |
| June-September | The summer months usher in pleasant weather and heavy crowds. Average highs hover in the 70s from June through August and dip down into the 60s come September. But the warm weather isn't the only thing drawing tourists (although it makes al fresco dining and sidewalk cafes much more enticing): Many come to participate in the city's numerous festivals. Because summer is such a busy season, plan on making hotel reservations at least six weeks in advance to ensure availability. Key Events:
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| October-November | As the temperatures drop and the crowds thin, Québec City transforms into a budget-friendly destination. Hotels lower prices during this shoulder season, and you won't have to plan more than three weeks in advance to snag great savings. Temperatures range from the high 30s to the low 50s, making for mild sightseeing conditions. Just make sure you have your camera ready: The maple trees don their bright fall foliage, adding a colorful spruce to the city's landscape. |
Popular Times to Visit Quebec City
Tourism volume is estimated based on in-market destination search query interest from Google and on travel.usnews.com in 2015-2016. Hotel prices are sourced from a sample of U.S. News Best Hotels rates through 2015-2016.
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