Carleton
Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine · Canada
Carleton lies in Quebec, Canada. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–August (Skiing: December–February). The warmest month is July, with average highs of 23°C (73°F); the sea is warmest in August at about 17°C (62°F).
The best months to visit are July–August (Skiing: December–February).
The sea is warmest in August, at about 17°C (62°F).
July is the hottest month, with highs around 23°C (73°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around -17°C (2°F).
The wettest month is August, with rain on about 13 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 7.9 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 11% of places in Canada.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 1°
- Humidity
- 72%
- Wind
- 14 km/h N
- Gusts
- 35 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Pressure
- 1018 hPa
- UV index
- 2 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:54 / 17:21
Next 48 hours
Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.
Best time to visit Carleton
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | -7° | -5° | 0° | 6° | 14° | 20° | 23° | 22° | 17° | 10° | 3° | -4° |
| Average low | -17° | -16° | -9° | -2° | 3° | 9° | 12° | 12° | 7° | 2° | -3° | -12° |
| Sea temperature | -1° | -1° | -1° | 0° | 3° | 11° | 16° | 17° | 14° | 10° | 4° | 1° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 75 | 55 | 72 | 77 | 89 | 89 | 100 | 100 | 87 | 86 | 86 | 84 |
| Rain days | 12 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 3.2 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 5.4 | 6.7 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 7.2 | 5.2 | 3.9 | 2.7 | 2.5 |
| Daylight (h) | 8.8 | 10.1 | 11.7 | 13.6 | 15.2 | 16 | 15.7 | 14.3 | 12.5 | 10.7 | 9.2 | 8.4 |
| Humidity (%) | 74 | 73 | 73 | 74 | 72 | 73 | 76 | 78 | 79 | 77 | 79 | 78 |
| Wind (km/h) | 17 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 |
| Go score | 13 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 42 | 67 | 76 | 75 | 55 | 28 | 10 | 9 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Carleton, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Skiing | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good |
| Photography & sunsets | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Skiing — Only with ski resorts within 40 km. Good: daytime highs at resort altitude at or below freezing.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Carleton: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Carleton: sea water temperature
Wave height: 0 m
Swimming seasonThe sea rarely gets above 21 °C here.
Average sea temperature by month
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Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Carleton: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 120 V · 60 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Canadian Dollar
CAD · $
1 USD ≈ 1.403 CAD
- Languages
- English, French
- Calling code
- +1
- Emergency911
- Meal, casual restaurantCA$28.00≈ $20.00
- CappuccinoCA$6.50≈ $4.60
- Beer (0.5 l)CA$9.70≈ $6.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)CA$2.90≈ $2.00
- Taxi, 5 kmCA$20.00≈ $15.00
- Public transport ticketCA$3.70≈ $2.60
- Mid-range hotel, per nightCA$215≈ $155
Estimated from Canada’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 90% of US levels.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to Carleton
Nearest airports
- YVBBonaventure AirportBonaventure49 km
- ZBFBathurst AirportSouth Tetagouche60 km
- YGPMichel-Pouliot Gaspé AirportGaspé142 km
Distances
- Ottawa788 km 13 h 39 · 1 h 40
- Toronto1,136 km 19 h 41 · 2 h 06
- Montréal637 km 11 h 02 · 1 h 28
- Calgary3,412 km 59 h 09 · 5 h 01
- Edmonton3,316 km 57 h 29 · 4 h 54
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Hotels in Carleton
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Carleton?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Carleton is July–August (Skiing: December–February).
What is the weather like in Carleton in October?
In October, Carleton averages a high of 10°C (51°F) and a low of 2°C (36°F), with 86 mm of rain on about 13 days.
How warm is the sea in Carleton?
The sea is warmest in August (about 17°C (62°F)). Swimming season: —.
What is the rainiest month in Carleton?
August, with rain on about 13 days.
What is the nearest airport to Carleton?
Bonaventure Airport (YVB), about 49 km away.
What power plugs are used in Canada?
Plug types A, B, at 120 V.
What currency is used in Canada?
Canadian Dollar (CAD).
What is the emergency number in Canada?
911.
Is Canada safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Carleton most crowded?
The busiest months are June–August.
When is Carleton least crowded?
The quietest months are November–April.
What time zone is Carleton in?
America/Toronto (UTC-4).
What is the population of Carleton?
About 1,101.