Stanstead, Quebec, Canada: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Stanstead, Quebec, Canada? If you're planning to go to Stanstead, below is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Stanstead, Quebec, Canada

Based on the climate and weather in Stanstead, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Stanstead, Quebec, Canada

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Stanstead, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

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  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly choice.


  • A vaccine card protector

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  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

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  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Stanstead, Quebec, Canada by month

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January

January for Stanstead can be dangerously cold and somewhat snowy. Temperatures average in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It snows about half of the time.

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February

In February, Stanstead is unbearably cold and somewhat snowy. Temperatures routinely are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C) and about a third of the time jump into the low 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). During your visit, you can expect extremely heavy snowfall. This is also a rainy time for Stanstead, with a few of the days of the month having rain.

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March

March in Stanstead is very cold and snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C). It tends to rain about a third of the time. It also snows about a third of the time.

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April

April in Stanstead can be very chilly, snowy and somewhat rainy. The snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) to low 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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May

If you visit Stanstead during May, you will probably find that it is chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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June

June here is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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July

If you go to Stanstead in July, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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August

If you vacation in Stanstead during August, you are likely to find that it is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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September

If you are traveling to Stanstead in September, you will notice that it is relatively cool and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

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October

In October, Stanstead is cold and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). During your visit, you can expect a dusting of snow. This is also a rainy time for Stanstead, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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November

November in this region is brisk, snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time and snows regularly.

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December

December in Stanstead is frigid and somewhat snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain occasionally. It also snows about half of the time.

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Activities for Stanstead, Quebec, Canada

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Stanstead.

If you visit the Colby-Curtis Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

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