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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Montreal has a humid continental climate, classified as Dfb in the Köppen system. The warmest month is July with an average high of 26°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to -14°C. The annual temperature range of 40°C is typical of continental climates with distinct seasons.
The driest month is September with only 10 rain days and 98mm of precipitation. For travellers, September through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 65% to 65% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Montreal are May, June, July. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
26°C
July
Coldest Month
-14°C
January
Driest Month
10 days
September
Annual Range
40°C
-14° to 26°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5°C | -14°C | 11 | 6h | View |
| February | -3°C | -12°C | 10 | 7h | View |
| March | 3°C | -7°C | 11 | 8h | View |
| April | 11°C | 1°C | 12 | 9h | View |
| May | 19°C | 8°C | 12 | 10h | View |
| June | 23°C | 14°C | 12 | 11h | View |
| July | 26°C | 17°C | 13 | 12h | View |
| August | 25°C | 17°C | 12 | 11h | View |
| September | 21°C | 13°C | 10 | 9h | View |
| October | 13°C | 6°C | 12 | 7h | View |
| November | 6°C | 0°C | 12 | 5h | View |
| December | -1°C | -8°C | 12 | 5h | View |
January
11 rain days, 6h sun
February
10 rain days, 7h sun
March
11 rain days, 8h sun
April
12 rain days, 9h sun
May
12 rain days, 10h sun
June
12 rain days, 11h sun
July
13 rain days, 12h sun
August
12 rain days, 11h sun
September
10 rain days, 9h sun
October
12 rain days, 7h sun
November
12 rain days, 5h sun
December
12 rain days, 5h sun
Montreal in July
Data Sources for Montreal
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.