Month guide · Quebec City · Canada
Quebec City in September
What September is really like in Quebec City: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Claude Gagnon, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
September is one of the best months to visit Quebec City. Expect average highs of 18°C (64°F), lows of 7°C (45°F), about 14 rainy days and roughly 12.5 hours of daylight. Settled and mild early on; foliage begins to turn on the surrounding hills late in the month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 18°C (64°F) / 7°C (45°F)
- Rainy days
- About 14
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Quebec City: days average 18°C (64°F) against a yearly average high of 9°C (48°F), and nights fall to about 7°C (45°F). Rain falls on roughly 14 of its 30 days. Compared with August (24°C (75°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 11°C (52°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:22
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:57
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
Autumn (September–November). Crisp days and red maples on Île d'Orléans and in Charlevoix through early October, turning grey and cold by November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 4 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: September is one of the pricier months.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Quebec City, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Market · Limoilou
Grand Marché de Québec
Buy cheese, cider and maple products here rather than in old-town souvenir shops.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Food
- Free
- Rainy day
- Shopping
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
What to pack
For highs near 18°C, lows near 7°C and 14 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Quebec City?
One of the best months to visit Quebec City. The other best months are June–August and October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Quebec City?
It is one of the best months to visit Quebec City. Settled and mild early on; foliage begins to turn on the surrounding hills late in the month.
+How warm is Quebec City in September?
Average highs are around 18°C (64°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Quebec City in September?
Expect rain on about 14 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.