Lake Manouane (Mont-Valin)

Lake Remote Quebec lake within Mont-Valin area

Lake Manouane in Quebec’s Mont-Valin area attracts backcountry canoeists, anglers and hikers drawn to boreal forest, rocky shores and wilderness lodges within Monts-Valin’s network of trails.

Lake Manouane (Mont-Valin)
50.7050, -70.7492

How to Get to Lake Manouane (Mont-Valin) #

Lake Manouane (Mont-Valin) is accessed from the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region by regional roads. The last stretches can require rough forest roads or boat access; many visitors arrive via organized canoe routes or with outfitter support.

Tips for Visiting Lake Manouane (Mont-Valin) #

  • If accessing remote headlands, plan trips in summer when forest roads are drivable.
  • Bring insect repellent and waterproof footwear-boggy trails are common.
  • Check local park maps and forestry notices; some areas may be restricted seasonally for hunting.

Best Time to Visit Lake Manouane (Mont-Valin) #

Summer through early autumn offers the easiest access and best weather for outdoor activities.

Summer
June-August · 10-20°C
Best for canoeing and hiking in the Mont-Valin area.
Autumn
September-October · 0-10°C
Brilliant fall foliage and fewer visitors.

Weather & Climate near Lake Manouane (Mont-Valin) #

Climate

Lake Manouane (Mont-Valin)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -27°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (946 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
-27°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -14°C and lows of -27°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).

Comfort

-21°
Feels Like Freezing
-21°C
Temperature
-27° -15°

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -25°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

Comfort

-19°
Feels Like Freezing
-19°C
Temperature
-25° -12°

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-18° -4°

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (128 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -2°

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -21°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-21° -11°

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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