Montréal Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F), December in Montréal brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 68 mm (2.7 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Montréal in December

Past climate data indicates that roughly 14 days will see rain, totalling around 68 mm (2.7 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Montréal in December

In December, expect moderate temperatures in Montréal, with highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) at night. The winter season takes place during December. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, September and October typically offer the best weather for Montréal.

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Montréal Temperature in December

Min Temperature 4°C (39°F)  

Max Temperature 12°C (54°F)  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 68 mm (2.7 in)  

Rainy days 14 days  

What to Wear in Montréal in December

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in December, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.

What To Do in Montréal in December

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

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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• January
• February
• March
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• October
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit France, check out our Montréal's climate page.

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