All data are in degrees Fahrenheit

en

Water temperature in Québec

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Québec. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Water temperature in Québec now

48.5

°F

May 12, 14:08

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

49.1°F

Tomorrow:

48.5°F

Sunrise:

05:14

Sunset:

20:09

Day Length:

14 h. 55 min.

Québec in May

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

32.6°F

Maximum:

34.4°F

Water temperature in Québec today

As of now, in Québec, the water temperature is 48.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 1.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent water temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 50.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 41.1°F on 2017.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 50.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 48.5°F, while the maximum might reach 52.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Québec

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 28 44.1°F 39.5°F 42.4°F
Apr 29 44.0°F 39.8°F 42.8°F
Apr 30 45.0°F 39.7°F 43.2°F
May 1 44.1°F 41.6°F 43.3°F
May 2 44.4°F 41.6°F 43.0°F
May 3 44.2°F 41.9°F 43.3°F
May 4 43.3°F 41.9°F 43.3°F
May 5 44.6°F 42.1°F 43.9°F
May 6 44.0°F 42.3°F 43.9°F
May 7 43.8°F 42.6°F 44.3°F
May 8 44.1°F 42.6°F 44.4°F
May 9 44.5°F 42.5°F 45.1°F
May 10 46.6°F 43.3°F 45.9°F
May 11 49.1°F 44.0°F 46.6°F
May 12 48.5°F 44.2°F 46.9°F
May 13 48.5°F 43.7°F 46.8°F
May 14 49.4°F 46.0°F 47.7°F
May 15 50.1°F 48.0°F 48.5°F
May 16 51.0°F 50.0°F 49.3°F
May 17 51.5°F 50.3°F 49.9°F
May 18 52.1°F 50.5°F 50.4°F
May 19 52.6°F 50.5°F 50.9°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Water temperature in Québec by month

In an average year, Québec offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Québec was recorded on July 14, 2018, reaching a 78.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 1, 2022, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 33.8°F in Winter, 40.3°F in Spring, 68.0°F in Summer, and 56.0°F in Autumn.