Macamic
Abitibi-Témiscamingue · Canada
Macamic is a ville in northwestern Quebec, Canada, in the Abitibi-Ouest Regional County Municipality. It covers 202 km² and had a population of 2,744 in the 2021 Canadian census. It is located on the shores of the namesake Lake Macamic.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are July–August.
July is the hottest month, with highs around 23°C (74°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around -24°C (-12°F).
The wettest month is September, with rain on about 17 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 8.1 hours of sunshine a day.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 3°
- Humidity
- 78%
- Wind
- 19 km/h S
- Gusts
- 37 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 100%
- Pressure
- 1021 hPa
- UV index
- 2 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:41 / 18:20
Next 48 hours
Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.
Best time to visit Macamic
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 | -12° | -9° | -2° | 6° | 15° | 21° | 23° | 22° | 16° | 9° | 0° | -8° |
| Average low | -24° | -23° | -16° | -6° | 2° | 8° | 11° | 11° | 6° | 1° | -7° | -18° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 49 | 34 | 37 | 46 | 78 | 91 | 109 | 105 | 116 | 92 | 66 | 60 |
| Rain days | 12 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 13 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 2.7 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 5.9 | 6.6 | 7.5 | 8.1 | 6.8 | 4.2 | 2.7 | 1.7 | 2 |
| Daylight (h) | 8.7 | 10.1 | 11.7 | 13.6 | 15.2 | 16.1 | 15.8 | 14.3 | 12.5 | 10.7 | 9.1 | 8.3 |
| Humidity (%) | 75 | 72 | 69 | 67 | 63 | 67 | 71 | 76 | 80 | 79 | 82 | 79 |
| Wind (km/h) | 13 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 12 |
| Go score | 10 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 46 | 67 | 74 | 72 | 42 | 14 | 7 | 8 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Updated: About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Macamic, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Macamic: 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
Macamic travel guide
What to see, do and eat, and where to stay — from an open, community-written travel guide.
Macamic lies in Quebec, Canada. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–August. The warmest month is July, with average highs of 23°C (74°F).
Read the travel guide on Wikivoyage (in French)
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Macamic: 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 ≈ 1.416 CAD
- Languages
- English, French
- Calling code
- +1
- Emergency911
- Meal, casual restaurantCA$28.00≈ $20.00
- CappuccinoCA$6.60≈ $4.60
- Beer (0.5 l)CA$9.80≈ $6.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)CA$2.90≈ $2.00
- Taxi, 5 kmCA$21.00≈ $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 Macamic
Nearest airports
- YUYRouyn Noranda AirportRouyn-Noranda62 km
- YVOVal-d'Or AirportVal-d'Or119 km
- YTSTimmins/Victor M. PowerTimmins176 km
- YYBNorth Bay Jack Garland AirportNorth Bay267 km
- YSBSudbury AirportSudbury272 km
- YMOMoosonee AirportMoosonee305 km
Distances
- Ottawa448 km 7 h 45 · 1 h 13
- Toronto562 km 9 h 44 · 1 h 22
- Montréal545 km 9 h 27 · 1 h 21
- Calgary2,502 km 43 h 22 · 3 h 51
- Edmonton2,437 km 42 h 15 · 3 h 46
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Hotels in Macamic
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Places with a climate like Macamic
Matched on temperature and rainfall across the whole year.
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Nearby places
Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
Population history
1941–2024Climate in Macamic
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Macamic?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Macamic is July–August.
What is the weather like in Macamic in October?
In October, Macamic averages a high of 9°C (47°F) and a low of 1°C (33°F), with 92 mm of rain on about 15 days.
What is the rainiest month in Macamic?
September, with rain on about 17 days.
What is the nearest airport to Macamic?
Rouyn Noranda Airport (YUY), about 62 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 Macamic most crowded?
The busiest months are June–August.
When is Macamic least crowded?
The quietest months are October–January.
What time zone is Macamic in?
America/Toronto (UTC-4).
What is the population of Macamic?
About 2,734.