2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Montréal in December

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

December is a wet time to visit Montréal. Montréal has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 1°C, lows of -6°C, and approximately 14 rainy days per month.

Avg High

1°C

Avg Low

-6°C

Rainy days

14days

Daylight

8.7h

Is December a good time to visit Montréal?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:28 AM

Sunset

4:12 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January -3°C -11°C 11 Good
February -2°C -12°C 9 Good
March 4°C -4°C 13 Wet
April 9°C 0°C 9 Good
May 18°C 7°C 6 Good
June 25°C 14°C 9 Excellent (best)
July 28°C 19°C 13 Excellent (best)
August 24°C 16°C 11 Excellent (best)
September 20°C 11°C 9 Excellent (best)
October 13°C 5°C 13 Wet
November 8°C 1°C 9 Good
December 1°C -6°C 14 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

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Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Montréal? +

December is typically Wet for visiting Montréal, with average highs of 1°C and around 14 rainy days.

What should I pack for Montréal in December? +

With highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Montréal in December? +

Montréal typically sees around 14 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Montréal in December? +

In December, Montréal gets approximately 8.7 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Montréal? +

No, December is not peak season in Montréal. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Montréal? +

The best months to visit Montréal are June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: America/Toronto)

Last Updated: January 2026

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