Best Time to Visit Montreal
Best time to visit Montreal: September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Montreal
Go in September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Montreal month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23° | 10° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 26° | 10° | 1,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 40° | 23° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 53° | 35° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 65° | 50° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 77° | 61° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 81° | 66° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 78° | 63° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 71° | 56° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 46° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 42° | 32° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 29° | 17° | 3,9 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Montreal compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Montreal.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | 73 mi | 48°F | +34°F warmer | 46 in |
| Mont-Tremblant National Park | 77 mi | 40°F | 38°F cooler | 51 in |
| Vermont | 99 mi | 46°F | about the same | 39 in |
| Ottawa | 103 mi | 45°F | 33°F cooler | 42 in |
| Franconia Notch State Park | 132 mi | 43°F | 35°F cooler | 48 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Montreal
1 airports mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Montreal is a city in Quebec. Montreal is known for Old Montreal and festival culture. It has a population of about 1.8 million.
Right now it is 40°F (5°C) in Montreal with clear. It feels like 33°F. Today runs from 38°F to 55°F. Chance of precipitation is 42%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Montreal is September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 81°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 10°F.
The closest major airport is Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), about 9 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mont-Tremblant National Park, Franconia Notch State Park, Mount Washington and St. Lawrence River.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 55°F is 4.9°F below the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Montreal today at 8.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Montreal right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:45 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 46° / 38°
Partly cloudy · 3% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 53° / 39°
Overcast · 16% rain · wind 8 mph
Things to do in Montreal
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Montreal.
Quick facts about Montreal
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Quebec |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 45°30′6.8″N 73°34′2.6″W (45.5019, -73.5674) |
| Population | 1.760.000 |
| Known for | Old Montreal and festival culture |
| Local time | 11:45 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Explore Montreal
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Montreal?
Montreal is a city in Quebec. Its coordinates are 45.5019, -73.5674. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Montreal right now?
It is currently 40°F (5°C) with clear. Humidity is 66% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Montreal?
September offer the most comfortable conditions in Montreal, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Montreal in?
Montreal observes America/Toronto (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:45 PM.
How many people live in Montreal?
Montreal has a population of approximately 1.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to Montreal?
The closest airports are Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 9 mi away and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 251 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Montreal?
Popular options include Mont-Tremblant National Park, Franconia Notch State Park, Mount Washington, St. Lawrence River, Baxter State Park and Algonquin Provincial Park.
What places are in Montreal?
Montreal covers 1 places in this atlas, including Montreal-Trudeau International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 11:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
