August · Canada
Best time to visit Vieux-Québec in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Vieux-Québec in August
Average temperature 17°C, 148 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.6/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 148 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Vieux-Québec scores 6.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 17°C, 148 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Vieux-Québec is the walled old town on the St Lawrence, crowned by the Château Frontenac.
August in Vieux-Québec — middling scores, decent value
Temperatures hover around 17°C (63°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
148 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.6/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Vieux-Québec in August?
- In August, Vieux-Québec averages 17°C, 148 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.6/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Vieux-Québec?
- August earns a 6.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Vieux-Québec in August?
- Expect about 148 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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