Late summer · Weather & things to do
Charlevoix in August
Little changes in Charlevoix from July: highs stay near 71°F (22°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), and about 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain falls.
At 81/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 4.2 in (106 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 71°F (22°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 56°F (13°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.2 in (106 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is one of Charlevoix's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: September highs fall to 64°F.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from July (79 → 81/100).
- August sits inside the Jun – Oct window our Montréal, Québec City & Charlevoix route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes71°F afternoons
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Charlevoix in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Isle-aux-Coudres
Short free ferry ride to a flat island loop for cycling past windmills and river views.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer.
Parc national des Grands-Jardins
Taiga-like plateau with caribou country and the Mont du Lac des Cygnes summit trail.
Why now August scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Le Saint-Pub
Brewpub of Microbrasserie Charlevoix serving hearty dishes with house Dominus Vobiscum beers.
Le Massif de Charlevoix
Ski hill dropping straight toward the St. Lawrence, with summer hiking and the river views year-round.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 4.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Baie-Saint-Paul
Artist village with galleries and cafés along Rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste.
Nearby in August
- Québec City in August~65 mi · highs 74°F, 4.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Montréal in August~208 mi · highs 79°F, 3.9 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Mont-Tremblant in August~220 mi · highs 74°F, 3.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Maine in August~225 mi · highs 78°F, 4.3 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~483 m to Charlevoix's ~319 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Charlevoix in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Charlevoix?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 81/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain. August is inside the Jun – Oct window our Montréal, Québec City & Charlevoix route recommends.
How hot is Charlevoix in August?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 56°F (13°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Charlevoix in August?
Some: about 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 43.4 in (1102 mm).
What should I pack for Charlevoix in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (71°F afternoons), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Charlevoix
Routes in season in August
- Montréal, Québec City & Charlevoix Jun – Oct
Planning Charlevoix in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.