Main image

michelphoto53 en Rénovation CC BY-SA 4.0 Wikimedia Commons

Brion Island

Island

An uninhabited island in the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, part of Quebec; boaters visit for seabird colonies, rocky cliffs and remains of historic lighthouse structures.

Brion Island MontrealQuebec CityGatineauLaval, QuebecTrois-RivièresSherbrookeLongueuilSaguenay, QuebecBrion Island

Brion Island essentials

Country: Canada
Driest months: Apr-Jun
Pay in: Dollar ($)
Language: French, English

Brion Island at a Glance

Tips for Visiting Brion Island

  • Île Brion is a protected nature reserve off the Magdalen Islands and landings are tightly controlled or prohibited without permission; plan to view the island by boat from the Magdalen Islands rather than assuming you can go ashore.
  • Book a licensed boat operator or join an organized wildlife/cruise trip from Havre‑aux‑Maisons or another Magdalen harbour - guides know safe landing points, sensitive seasons, and where to observe seabird colonies without causing disturbance.
  • Check local conservation rules before you go: many parts of Brion are closed during bird‑breeding season, so confirm access and timing with provincial park authorities or the local tourism office.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Brion Island

Best visited in summer (June-August) when sea conditions are most favorable for boats and seabird colonies are active.

Summer
June-August · 10-18°C (50-64°F)
Calmest seas and warmest air - best time for boat access, seabird viewing and exploring the island.
Shoulder seasons
May & September · 5-12°C (41-54°F)
Sea conditions can be choppier and services limited; fewer visitors but less reliable boat schedules.
Outside summer
October-April · -5-5°C (23-41°F) variable
Colder, windier and with rougher seas; island access is often restricted and weather can be harsh.

Weather & Climate near Brion Island

Climate

Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -13°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1018 mm/year), wettest in December, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 26 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
19°
Warmest Month
-13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -12° - -3° -16° 100 mm - - 7.7 m/s - -
February - -13° - -4° -17° 76 mm - - 7.0 m/s - -
March - -8° - 0° -11° 80 mm - - 6.7 m/s - -
April - -3° - 4° -5° 69 mm - - 6.1 m/s - -
May - 2° - 8° 1° 74 mm - - 5.6 m/s - -
June - 7° - 14° 10° 72 mm - - 5.2 m/s - -
July - 12° - 18° 15° 70 mm - - 5.0 m/s - -
August - 13° - 19° 16° 80 mm - - 5.0 m/s - -
September - 10° - 15° 13° 88 mm - - 5.7 m/s - -
October - 5° - 10° 4° 96 mm - - 6.6 m/s - -
November - 0° - 5° -3° 103 mm - - 7.1 m/s - -
December - -6° - 1° -10° 110 mm - - 7.9 m/s - -