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Montréal in November
Montréal cools off: highs slip to 42°F (5°C), from 56°F in October, with lows of 28°F (-2°C) and about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 43/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 42°F (5°C)
- Avg low
- 28°F (-2°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What November feels like
Afternoons only reach about 42°F (5°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 28°F (-2°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 3.2 in (81 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because nights fall well below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Only about 9 h 14 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May and July – September.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 28°F.
- Snow becomes likely from November, so check road and trail conditions.
- Comfort slips from 65/100 in October to 43/100.
- Our Montréal, Québec City & Charlevoix route recommends Jun – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 42°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 28°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.2 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Montréal in November
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Joe Beef
Little Burgundy bistro known for rich market cooking, oysters and a deep wine list.
Old Montréal
Cobbled lanes, 18th-century stone buildings and the Old Port waterfront along the St. Lawrence.
Schwartz's Deli
Smoked-meat institution since 1928, serving hand-cut brisket on rye with mustard.
Notre-Dame Basilica
Gothic Revival basilica with a deep-blue, gold-starred interior and carved wood altarpiece.
Mount Royal Park
Olmsted-designed park with the Kondiaronk Belvedere overlooking downtown and the river.
Nearby in November
- Mont-Tremblant in November~69 mi · highs 38°F, 3.7 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Vermont in November~81 mi · highs 42°F, 3.3 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Stowe in November~84 mi · highs 42°F, 3.3 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- White Mountains in November~140 mi · highs 22°F, 3.7 in rain or snow · 11°C (19°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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Montréal?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 43/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May and July – September. Expect highs of 42°F (5°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain or snow. Our Montréal, Québec City & Charlevoix route recommends Jun – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Montréal in November?
Average highs are 42°F (5°C) and average lows 28°F (-2°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Montréal in November?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain or snow falls across November on average, the 4th-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 November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 42°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 28°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.2 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Montréal in November?
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