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Quebec City in February
What February is really like in Quebec City: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
February is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of -6°C (21°F), lows of -16°C (3°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 10.2 hours of daylight. Still very cold but sunnier; Carnaval weekends fill hotels quickly.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- -6°C (21°F) / -16°C (3°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 10.2 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in February
February is the 11th-warmest month in Quebec City: days average -6°C (21°F) against a yearly average high of 9°C (48°F), and nights fall to about -16°C (3°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 28 days. Compared with January (-8°C (18°F)), February is warmer; by March highs climb to around 0°C (32°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:49
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 17:09
- Daylight
- About 10.2 hours
Winter (December–February). Deep snow, Christmas markets, the Ice Hotel and Carnaval; very cold, so pack proper gear.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 4 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Carnaval de Québec — winter carnival with night parades and Bonhomme (usually late January to mid-February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
With cold days, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Historic site · Old Québec – Upper Town
Morrin Centre
Built as the city's first prison and later a college, this building now houses the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec and a Victorian-era library with wooden galleries.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
- Architecture
Landmark · Old Québec – Upper Town
Château Frontenac
For the classic photo of the hotel, walk down to the lower end of Rue du Petit-Champlain or take the ferry and look back from mid-river.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes–1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Architecture
- History
- Photo spot
- Free
Viewpoint · Old Québec – Upper Town
Dufferin Terrace and Governors' Promenade
This wide boardwalk runs along the cliff edge beside the Château Frontenac, with views over the St.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Couples
- Kids
- After dark
- Iconic
Street · Old Québec – Lower Town and Old Port
Quartier Petit-Champlain
Visit early in the morning or after dinner, when the cruise and tour crowds have gone and the street lights come on.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- Couples
- Photo spot
- Iconic
What to pack
For highs near -6°C, lows near -16°C and 12 wet days: a warm coat, hat, gloves and thermal layers; shoes with good grip for icy pavements; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Quebec City?
A shoulder-season month, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, June–October are better overall. Compare every month.
Quebec City in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Quebec City?
It is a shoulder-season month. Still very cold but sunnier; Carnaval weekends fill hotels quickly.
+How warm is Quebec City in February?
Average highs are around -6°C (21°F) and lows around -16°C (3°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Quebec City in February?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.