Lac-John

Reservation Remote northern Quebec lake and small community

Lac-John
54.8169, -66.7818

How to Get to Lac-John #

Access typically requires regional travel by road from larger northern towns; services and schedules vary seasonally. Visitors should coordinate with local authorities or tour operators for reliable access.

Tips for Visiting Lac-John #

  • Lac-John is a remote small community - confirm travel arrangements and lodging before arrival.
  • Road access can be seasonal and affected by northern weather; plan for contingencies.
  • Respect local Indigenous community protocols and any access guidance from municipal authorities.

Best Time to Visit Lac-John #

Summer offers the most practical access; winter conditions are extreme and require specialized preparation.

Summer
June-August · 10-20°C
Best access season with less ice and more services operational.
Winter
December-March · -30 to -10°C
Harsh cold and limited access; only for experienced winter travellers and those with proper equipment.

Weather & Climate near Lac-John #

Climate

Lac-John's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -29°C to 17°C. Moderate rainfall (800 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
17°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -19°C and lows of -29°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).

Comfort

-24°
Feels Like Freezing
-24°C
Temperature
-29° -19°

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -28°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

Comfort

-23°
Feels Like Freezing
-23°C
Temperature
-28° -17°

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -22°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-22° -10°

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-13° -1°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (102 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-13° -6°

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -25°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-25° -15°

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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