Saint-Zotique
Area Town on Quebec's Lake Saint-Francis shore
A town on Lake Saint-François in Quebec, Saint-Zotique draws boaters for shoreline beaches, fishing and birdwatching, popular for weekend recreation from nearby urban centers.
How to Get to Saint-Zotique #
Saint-Zotique is reachable by road from Montreal (about 60-90 minutes depending on route) and is typically accessed by car. Regional buses may serve nearby hubs rather than the town center directly.
Tips for Visiting Saint-Zotique #
- Take the lakeside route for scenic views and picnic spots.
- Check municipal calendars for local events and festivals which enliven the small-town atmosphere.
- If cycling, use regional bike paths that pass near Saint-Zotique and offer quieter views of the St. Lawrence tributaries.
Best Time to Visit Saint-Zotique #
Best in summer for outdoor recreation and local festivals; autumn is scenic for leaf-peeping.
Weather & Climate near Saint-Zotique #
Saint-Zotique's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1010 mm/year), wettest in June, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 98 mm of rain.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).