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Quebec Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Quebec, Canada in May.

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Montréal Quebec City Mont-Tremblant La Malbaie

Planning a trip to Quebec, Canada this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Quebec in May

Quebec, Canada is a region in Canada. In May, Quebec experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Magdalen Islands at 8°C (46°F) to pleasant in Brossard at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Brossard and 4°C (39°F) in Magdalen Islands.

To explore the conditions in Quebec, Canada in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Amos with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Stanstead Plain with 124 mm (4.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Montréal gets approximately 230 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Quebec in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Quebec

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Quebec, Canada?

Temperature range in Quebec (May)

Precipitation variation in Quebec (May)

Montréal

In May Montréal generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
230 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Montréal →

Quebec City

In May Quebec City generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
211 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Quebec City →

Mont-Tremblant

In May Mont-Tremblant generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Mont-Tremblant →

La Malbaie

In May La Malbaie generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in La Malbaie →

Magdalen Islands

In May Magdalen Islands generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Magdalen Islands →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Quebec in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Montréal 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Quebec City 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Mont-Tremblant 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 102 mm (4 in)
La Malbaie 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Magdalen Islands 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Baie-Saint-Paul 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)

Quebec weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Quebec, Canada in May?

Expect pleasant weather across Quebec, Canada in May. The popular destination of Montréal averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Quebec, Canada in May?

In Montréal, the average daytime high in May is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Quebec, Canada get a lot of rain in May?

Quebec, Canada sees substantial rainfall in May. Montréal typically averages about 101 mm (4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Quebec, Canada?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Quebec, Canada with overall pleasant weather in Montréal. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Quebec, Canada is in May, June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Montréal. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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