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Quebec City in June
What June is really like in Quebec City: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Musée Royal 22e Régiment, Public domain
Quick answer
June is one of the best months to visit Quebec City. Expect average highs of 22°C (72°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 14 rainy days and roughly 15.8 hours of daylight. Long, warm days with late sunsets and the start of the summer festival season.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 22°C (72°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 14
- Daylight
- About 15.8 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Quebec City: days average 22°C (72°F) against a yearly average high of 9°C (48°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 14 of its 30 days. Compared with May (17°C (63°F)), June is warmer; by July highs climb to around 25°C (77°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 04:50
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 20:41
- Daylight
- About 15.8 hours
Summer (June–August). Warm days, long evenings, terraces and the Festival d'été; the busiest and priciest season in the old town.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 4 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: June is one of the pricier months.
Events in June
- Fête nationale du Québec — Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day concerts on the Plains (23–24 June)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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
Historic site · Old Québec – Upper Town
La Citadelle de Québec
The star-shaped fortress on Cap Diamant, built by the British in the 19th century, is still an active military installation and home of the Royal 22e Régiment.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Kids
- Views
- Iconic
Historic site · Old Québec – Lower Town and Old Port
Place Royale and Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
Combine it with the Musée de la civilisation, a three-minute walk away, for a full Lower Town morning.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 22°C, lows near 11°C and 14 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Quebec City?
It is one of the best months to visit Quebec City. Long, warm days with late sunsets and the start of the summer festival season.
+How warm is Quebec City in June?
Average highs are around 22°C (72°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Quebec City in June?
Expect rain on about 14 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.