Mount Babel (Quebec)
Mountain Mountain peak in Quebec
How to Get to Mount Babel (Quebec) #
Drive north from Sept‑Îles on Route 138 and connect to logging roads into the Réserve faunique de Port‑Cartier-Sept‑Îles; last services in Sept‑Îles (approx. 100-150 km depending on approach). Access often requires a high‑clearance 4x4 or boat for coastal approaches; local outfitters in Sept‑Îles can arrange transport and guides.
Tips for Visiting Mount Babel (Quebec) #
- Check conditions with the nearest outfitter - weather in the Réserve faunique de Port‑Cartier-Sept‑Îles region changes fast.
- Bring insect repellent late June through August; black flies can be relentless at dawn.
- There are no marked trails to Mount Babel's summit; hire a local guide if attempting a route off established logging roads.
Best Time to Visit Mount Babel (Quebec) #
Best visited in late June-August for access and minimal snow; weather is the main variable rather than crowds.
Weather & Climate near Mount Babel (Quebec) #
Mount Babel (Quebec)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -28°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1105 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -16°C and lows of -28°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -26°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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April
April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (144 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm).
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October
October is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -23°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
