Ripon
Outaouais · Canada
Ripon is a municipality in Papineau Regional County Municipality in the Outaouais region of western Quebec, Canada. It is located in the valley of the Petite-Nation River.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are June–August.
July is the hottest month, with highs around 26°C (78°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around -18°C (-1°F).
The wettest month is December, with rain on about 17 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 8.1 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 39% of places in Canada.
- Snow & ice festivals · Ottawa Winterlude · Jan 30 – Feb 16 · 62 km away
- Autumn foliage · Mont-Tremblant · Sep 18 – Oct 12 · 62 km away
- Tulip season · Ottawa · May 8 – 22 · 62 km away
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 8°
- Humidity
- 41%
- Wind
- 7 km/h SW
- Gusts
- 20 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 0%
- Pressure
- 1033 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:28 / 17:58
Next 48 hours
Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.
Best time to visit Ripon
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° | 1° | 9° | 18° | 23° | 26° | 24° | 19° | 12° | 4° | -4° |
| Average low | -18° | -17° | -11° | -2° | 5° | 10° | 13° | 12° | 8° | 2° | -3° | -13° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 71 | 64 | 66 | 78 | 91 | 93 | 102 | 107 | 100 | 105 | 96 | 79 |
| Rain days | 15 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 17 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 2.7 | 3.9 | 4.7 | 5.8 | 6.8 | 7.5 | 8.1 | 6.8 | 5.1 | 3.7 | 2.1 | 1.9 |
| Daylight (h) | 9 | 10.3 | 11.8 | 13.5 | 14.9 | 15.7 | 15.4 | 14.1 | 12.5 | 10.8 | 9.4 | 8.7 |
| Humidity (%) | 74 | 71 | 69 | 65 | 64 | 71 | 73 | 76 | 79 | 76 | 79 | 79 |
| Wind (km/h) | 14 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 13 |
| Go score | 7 | 15 | 15 | 26 | 60 | 75 | 78 | 76 | 63 | 32 | 6 | 2 |
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 Ripon, 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 |
| 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.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Ripon: 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
Ripon travel guide
What to see, do and eat, and where to stay — from an open, community-written travel guide.
Ripon lies in Quebec, Canada. By our climate data, the best time to visit is June–August. The warmest month is July, with average highs of 26°C (78°F).
Read the travel guide on Wikivoyage (in French)
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Ripon: 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 ≈ 1.4 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
2 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.4 (2010).
How to get to Ripon
Nearest airports
- YNDOttawa / Gatineau AirportGatineau46 km
- YROOttawa / Rockcliffe AirportOttawa56 km
- YOWOttawa Macdonald-Cartier International AirportOttawa68 km
- YMXMontreal Mirabel International AirportMontréal83 km
- MSSMassena International Airport Richards FieldMassena96 km
- YULMontreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportMontréal111 km
Distances
- Ottawa62 km 1 h 05
- Toronto411 km 7 h 07 · 1 h 11
- Montréal121 km 2 h 06
- Calgary2,900 km 50 h 16 · 4 h 22
- Edmonton2,854 km 49 h 28 · 4 h 19
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Hotels in Ripon
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Places with a climate like Ripon
Matched on temperature and rainfall across the whole year.
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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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Population history
1996–2024Climate in Ripon
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ripon?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Ripon is June–August.
What is the weather like in Ripon in October?
In October, Ripon averages a high of 12°C (54°F) and a low of 2°C (35°F), with 105 mm of rain on about 13 days.
What is the rainiest month in Ripon?
December, with rain on about 17 days.
What is the nearest airport to Ripon?
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), about 68 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 Ripon most crowded?
The busiest months are June–August.
When is Ripon least crowded?
The quietest months are November–January.
What time zone is Ripon in?
America/Toronto (UTC-4).
What is the population of Ripon?
About 1,735.