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Montréal weather in April (Quebec, Canada)

Planning a trip to Montréal in April? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In April, Montréal generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 12°C, while nights can cool down to about 1°C.

Montréal in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 179 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Montréal. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Montréal climate page with graphs.

 

Montréal, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 52%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 179 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 44%  

Where to go in Canada in April

Find out more about the weather in Canada in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Montréal in April?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 5°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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