Ritchance, Ontario Weather
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About Ritchance, Ontario
Ritchance is a locality in Prescott, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a village / hamlet. Ritchance is located at 45.5598°N, 74.8040°W. It observes Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4). Postal code area: K0B.
Ritchance rests amidst the quiet persistence of the Ontario landscape, defined by the modest elevation of Bonnie Hill and the expansive, open character of its surrounding fields. It lies 16.6 km west-south-west of Hawkesbury, ON (from Hawkesbury, ON: bearing 251°T), and is situated 14.5 km south-east of Montebello. The light here arrives with a startling clarity at dawn, washing over the terrain and revealing the subtle shifts in topography that lead toward the distant South Nation River, which flows through the region some 11 km away. To the north, the land holds the memory of ancient glacial movements, while the horizon remains punctuated by the presence of Lac Creux, situated at a similar distance. Beyond these landmarks, the atmosphere carries a stillness that seems to absorb the sound of the wind, grounding Ritchance in a geography that values the long view and the slow turning of the seasons. The history of Ritchance is defined by the steady, industrious nature of those who first cleared these woods to cultivate the heavy, fertile soil. Agriculture continues to shape the local economy, with the daily life of the residents reflecting the demands of the harvest and the maintenance of the land. Visitors often venture toward the Chutes à Pesant, located 15 km away, to witness the raw power of the water, or travel 26 km to explore the protected reaches of Parc national de Plaisance. Within the local borders, the pace of existence remains measured, dictated by the cycles of the sun and the practical needs of a rural life. This persistence provides a sense of continuity, ensuring that Ritchance maintains its distinct identity while remaining connected to the broader natural features that define its reach.
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| Location | Ritchance, Prescott, Ontario |
| Coordinates | 45.55983°N, 74.80398°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4) |
| Postal FSA | K0B |
| Area Code | 226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Ritchance, Ontario Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Ritchance, Ontario, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, ECCC extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modelled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES satellite imagery. Additional sections may include marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live Water Survey of Canada river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Ritchance includes coordinates 45.559830°N, 74.803980°W, situated in Prescott. Postal FSA: K0B. Telephone area code: 226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905. Timezone: Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4).
Weather data is sourced from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov, with a modelled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from Water Survey of Canada (WSC) via the ECCC GeoMet realtime hydrometric feed. Marine and solunar data are modelled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 and is public domain.