Climate and monthly weather forecast
Miquelon-Langlade, Saint Pierre and Miquelon

The climate of Miquelon-Langlade, given its geographical position in Saint Pierre and Miquelon, can be categorized under the Köppen climate classification as Dfb. This classification characterizes regions as having a humid continental climate, no dry season, and a warm summer. Each year, the weather parameters experience significant changes, showcasing the distinct seasons in this region.

Throughout the year, high temperatures fluctuate from a chilly -0.1°C (31.8°F) to a relatively warmer 19.3°C (66.7°F), while the low temperatures swing between a freezing -7.7°C (18.1°F) to a milder 11.6°C (52.9°F). Such a range indicates the presence of distinct cold and warm periods, typically associated with the winter and summer seasons respectively.

Precipitation patterns reveal a fairly even distribution, with rainfall volumes spanning from 98mm (3.86") to 137mm (5.39") each month. In terms of rainfall days, the values oscillate between 5 and 10 days per month, suggesting that rain is a common occurrence here. Daylight hours stretch from a wintery low of 8.6 hours to a summery high of 15.8 hours. Notably, the highest temperatures align with the months boasting the most daylight hours, highlighting the influence of sunlight on the temperature patterns.

Based on the weather parameters, the optimal time to visit Miquelon-Langlade is during the summer months when the climate is relatively warm and hospitable. July and August offer the warmest conditions, with high temperatures reaching 17.9°C (64.2°F) and 19.3°C (66.7°F) respectively, and lows staying above 10°C (50°F). Albeit the higher rainfall volumes of 98mm (3.86") and 109mm (4.29") during these months, rainfall days are fewer, thereby enabling plenty of time for outdoor explorations.

Travelers might want to avoid trips to Miquelon-Langlade during the winter months due to the harsh climate conditions. January and February, with high temperatures registering at -0.1°C (31.8°F) and -0.6°C (30.9°F) and lows plummeting to -6.8°C (19.8°F) and -7.7°C (18.1°F), respectively, are to be particularly noted. These biting temperatures coupled with shorter daylight hours of 9 hours and 10.3 hours might interfere with travel plans.

The spring season in Miquelon-Langlade typically sees a moderate warming trend, with high temperatures gradually rising from 1.5°C (34.7°F) in March to 9.7°C (49.5°F) in May. Low temperatures also exhibit an upward trend from -4.9°C (23.2°F) to 1.8°C (35.2°F). Rainfall volumes hover around 101mm (3.98") to 101mm (3.98"), while daylight hours start to lengthen from 11.9 hours in March to 15.1 hours in May.

Summers in Miquelon-Langlade are the warmest time of the year. High temperatures tend to peak between 13.7°C (56.7°F) and 19.3°C (66.7°F), while lows remain between 5.6°C (42.1°F) and 11.6°C (52.9°F). Despite the rise in rainfall volumes to 98mm (3.86") to 109mm (4.29"), the number of rainfall days range from 5 to 7, offering mostly clear days. Daylight hours during summer extend up to a generous 15.5 to 15.8 hours.

Autumn sees a cooling trend in Miquelon-Langlade, with high temperatures falling from 16.5°C (61.7°F) in September to 7.1°C (44.8°F) in November. Correspondingly, low temperatures also decrease from 8.5°C (47.3°F) to 0.9°C (33.6°F). Rainfall volumes escalate to between 118mm (4.65") and 137mm (5.39"), with a higher number of rainfall days, making it the wettest season. Daylight hours decrease to between 9.4 hours and 12.5 hours.

Winter in Miquelon-Langlade is marked by scathing cold temperatures. Highs drop from 2.2°C (36°F) in December to -0.6°C (30.9°F) in February, while lows follow a similar pattern, falling from -3.8°C (25.2°F) to -7.7°C (18.1°F). Despite a slight increase in rainfall volumes of up to 132mm (5.2") to 137mm (5.39"), the cold temperatures often result in snow rather than rain. Daylight hours are the shortest during this season, ranging from 8.6 hours to 10.3 hours.

As the dead of winter engulfs Miquelon-Langlade, the climate is characteristically frigid. January has the lowest average temperatures, ranging from -6.8°C (19.8°F) to -0.1°C (31.8°F). The island is mostly in the grip of icy weather and snowy landscapes. Weather in January »

A clear continuation of the winter season, February still sees severe cold with a slight drop in temperatures. Surpassing January, it registers the coldest average lows, plummeting to -7.7°C (18.1°F). Snow and rain are recurrent, albeit fewer days of precipitation are expected compared from the previous month. Weather in February »

Entering the transitional period from winter to spring, March reflects a welcome respite from February's icy grasp. Even the chilliness subsides as the mercury climbs to reach a high of 1.5°C (34.7°F). Still, residents can anticipate some wet days, with precipitation sprinkles usually falling on five days of the month. Weather in March »

April stands as the forge of spring, broadcasting the departure from wintry conditions. Temperatures soar notably, reaching up to 5.3°C (41.5°F). Sidewalks of Miquelon-Langlade start to fill as daily sunlight duration exceeds 13 hours. Weather in April »

May is the full bloom of Spring, and as temperatures rise further, outdoor activity becomes commonplace. A pleasant increase sends temperatures as high as 9.7°C (49.5°F). Rainfall remains somewhat consistent with the prior season, so an umbrella could be handy just in case. Weather in May »

The onset of June marks the beginning of the much-awaited summer season in Miquelon-Langlade. The daylight hours extend to their longest, up to 15.8 hours. The mild weather allows those living in Miquelon-Langlade to luxuriate in the outdoors, with temperatures peaking at a comfortable 13.7°C (56.7°F). Weather in June »

Mid-summer, the month of July serves up Miquelon-Langlade's peak temperatures, catapulting to a balmy 17.9°C (64.2°F). The warmth is consistently striking, with lows barely dipping to 10°C (50°F), encapsulating a truly summery feel throughout the island. Weather in July »

August transitions subtly from the high summer, with temperatures marginally declining, the highest being 19.3°C (66.7°F). The daylight hours decrease to 14.2 hours but remain sufficient to bask in the residual summer warmth. However, despite the slow transition towards autumn, rainfall volume balloons to 109mm (4.29") in this month, a testament to Mother Nature's unpredictability. Miquelon-Langlade experiences its highest average temperatures in August, reaching a peak of 19.3°C (66.7°F) and a minimum of 11.6°C (52.9°F). Weather in August »

September dramatically announces the arrival of autumn, with temperatures nosediving from the summer's heat to a somewhat mild 16.5°C (61.7°F). As the leaves start to change color, a decrease in daylight hours becomes noticeable, dropping to an average of 12.5. Weather in September »

October fully embraces fall, with the Miquelon-Langlade climate shifting noticeably. The cool temperature of 11.5°C (52.7°F) vestiges of the past summer warmth slip away. Characteristic of the period between summer and winter, October experiences the year's greatest number of rainy days—nine in total. Weather in October »

November nudges Miquelon-Langlade further into the grasp of winter. A distinct chill pervades the air as the average temperature barely reaches a high of 7.1°C (44.8°F), marking significant cooling down. Add the high probability of rain on nine days and the receding daylight hours—below ten for the first time since winter—and you have a month exemplifying the end of autumn. The average high-temperature in Miquelon-Langlade slightly decreases in November, shifting from a cool 11.5°C (52.7°F) in October to a chilly 7.1°C (44.8°F). Weather in November »

December doles out the first true taste of winter to Miquelon-Langlade. With an average low temperature of -3.8°C (25.2°F), the cold is promptly felt. The daylight hours shorten to their least, a mere 8.6 hours, invoking a sense of brevity in the sunny intervals. Weather in December »