Geography of Montreal
Geography of Montreal: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Montreal
Burlington is 73 mi to the south, Mont-Tremblant National Park is 77 mi to the north-west, Vermont is 99 mi to the south-east and Ottawa is 103 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 45°30′6.8″N 73°34′2.6″W (45.5019, -73.5674)
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 | 5:25 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | July and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Geography by airport in Montreal
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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 35°F (2°C) in Montreal with clear. It feels like 28°F. Today runs from 31°F to 44°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Montreal is July and 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 much colder than average for October. The forecast high of 44°F is 14.9°F below the 59°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Montreal today at 10/10. Overnight lows near 31°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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° | 49° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 77° | 60° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 81° | 66° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 78° | 63° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 71° | 55° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 59° | 44° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 42° | 31° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 29° | 17° | 3,9 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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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 35°F (2°C) with clear. Humidity is 67% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Montreal?
July and 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 5:25 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 28, 2026 at 5:25 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
