Qu'Appelle receives an average of of precipitation annually, with of that occurring in the form of rain, and falling as snow. Most of the precipitation occurs from May to August, with June and July averaging the most monthly rainfall. On 13 July 1981, Qu'Appelle received of precipitation, making it the wettest day in the town's recorded history. On 12 May 1983, Qu'Appelle received of snowfall, providing the snowiest day in the town's recorded history. Droughts are not uncommon and may occur at any time of the year, lasting sometimes for months or even several years.