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Montréal in February
Montréal sees its driest month, with just 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain or snow, highs of 25°F (-4°C) and lows of 5°F (-15°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 44/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 25°F (-4°C)
- Avg low
- 5°F (-15°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.7 in (68 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 68%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 09 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Highs only reach about 25°F (-4°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Average lows of 5°F (-15°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are May and July – September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (43 → 44/100).
- Our Montréal, Québec City & Charlevoix route recommends Jun – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 5°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.7 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Montréal in February
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Joe Beef
Little Burgundy bistro known for rich market cooking, oysters and a deep wine list.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 25°F.
Notre-Dame Basilica
Gothic Revival basilica with a deep-blue, gold-starred interior and carved wood altarpiece.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 25°F.
Jean-Talon Market
One of North America's largest open-air markets, packed with Québec cheeses, maple and seasonal produce.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
St-Viateur Bagel
Wood-fired, honey-boiled bagels made around the clock since 1957.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Montréal Museum of Fine Arts
Five pavilions spanning Québec and Indigenous art to European masters on Sherbrooke Street.
Nearby in February
- Mont-Tremblant in February~69 mi · highs 21°F, 2.8 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Vermont in February~81 mi · highs 26°F, 2.6 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Stowe in February~84 mi · highs 27°F, 2.6 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- White Mountains in February~140 mi · highs 7°F, 2.8 in rain or snow · 10°C (18°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Montréal in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Montréal?
It's middling, scoring 44/100. The best months are May and July – September, at up to 86. Expect highs of 25°F (-4°C) and 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain or snow. Our Montréal, Québec City & Charlevoix route recommends Jun – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Montréal in February?
Average highs are 25°F (-4°C) and average lows 5°F (-15°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Montréal in February?
Some: about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 42.8 in (1087 mm).
What should I pack for Montréal in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 5°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.7 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Montréal in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.