Montréal Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Montréal is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Montréal, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 30°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 12°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
On average, Montréal receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 790 mm. Montréal experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 84 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
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The best time of year to visit Montréal in France
During the months of May and October 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 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
April tops the wettest month list with 84 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 51 mm of precipitation.
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