Montréal Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Montréal can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from warm
to cold.
It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Montréal. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 10°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 3°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Montréal has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 926 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Montréal experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 96 mm in April, the wettest month, and 51 mm in July, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Montréal can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.1 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Montréal.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 84%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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During the months of May, June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
April tops the wettest month list with 96 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 51 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 277 hours of sunshine.
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