Montreal in december: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Montreal in december 2024
The weather in Montreal in the month of december comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics for all the month, but also navigating through the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout december
very bad weather 540cm
Weather at 6am
23°F
Snow showers
24% of time
23%
20%
15%
Weather at 12pm
29°F
Cloudy
27% of time
25%
18%
18%
Weather at 6pm
25°F
Snow showers
28% of time
21%
17%
16%
Weather at 3am
23°F
27%
20%
19%
16%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Montreal in december
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Montreal in december.
The climate of Montreal in december is very bad
The month of December will provide the opportunity to admire the city of Montreal beneath the snow. However for such, it will be necessary to dress warmly because the temperatures can drop below zero - especially at night and early morning. Instead of rainy weather, expect snowfall, which can occur at any time. This is due to the cold weather throughout December in Montreal.
Montreal at the Beginning of December
The first ten days of December observes a weather throughout December in Montreal that is dominated by the alternation of sun and a sky covered with heavy clouds. The cold settles, with temperatures that revolve around zero. The appearance of the sun is becoming more and more rare and the result is snowfalls that are increasing in both intensity and frequency.
Montreal in the Middle of December
Temperatures drop sharply during the second ten day period as they range from -7° C to -5° C. Obviously, be prepared to face the cold, but also the snowfall that is intensifying. If the morning observes quite thick sheets of fog, the days are dominated by grey skies. As a result, sunny days are rather rare.
Montreal at the End of December
With the weather in Montreal throughout the cold month of December during the last ten days of the month, one will have the certainty of passing Christmas in the snow. Despite the rise in temperature, it is still cold and the sun appears only furtively. For this reason, expect a more frequent alternation of snowfall and grey skies. Plan warm clothes in order to be comfortable!
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Montreal in december
Check below seasonal norms These statistics are generated from the weather statements earlier years of the month of december.
December | |||||
Outside temperature | |||||
Average temperature | 27°F | ||||
Highest temperature | 31°F | ||||
Lowest temperature | 22°F | ||||
Highest record temperature | 61°F (2015) | ||||
Lowest record temperature | -13°F (2016) | ||||
Number of days at -32°F | 27 day(s) (87%) | ||||
Wind | |||||
Wind speed | 17km/h | ||||
Wind temperature | 14°F | ||||
Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
Rainfall | 5.9in | ||||
Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (23%) | ||||
Record daily rainfall | 2.1in (2010) | ||||
Snowfall | 540cm | ||||
Other climate data | |||||
Humidity | 89% | ||||
Visibility | 7.45km | ||||
Cloud cover | 66% | ||||
UV index | 2 | ||||
Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||||
Sunrise and sunset | |||||
Time of sunrise | 07:28 | ||||
Time of sunset | 16:11 | ||||
Length of day | 08:43 | ||||
Our opinion about the weather in december | |||||
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
How was the weather last december?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Montreal in december 2023:
36°F to 38°F
31°F to 36°F
31°F to 32°F
31°F to 32°F
18°F to 27°F
2°F to 20°F
4°F to 22°F
2°F to 22°F
23°F to 34°F
36°F to 40°F
32°F to 34°F
23°F to 38°F
25°F to 32°F
20°F to 32°F
34°F to 41°F
31°F to 36°F
36°F to 41°F
41°F to 43°F
29°F to 40°F
29°F to 36°F
23°F to 31°F
20°F to 25°F
27°F to 32°F
32°F to 34°F
34°F to 40°F
34°F to 41°F
34°F to 38°F
34°F to 36°F
36°F to 36°F
34°F to 36°F
29°F to 32°F
Map: other cities in Quebec in december
Cities near Montreal:
Coteau-du-Lac in december | very bad weather |
Sainte-Victoire in december | very bad weather |
Granby in december | very bad weather |
Sainte-Anne-de-la-Rochelle in december | very bad weather |
Drummondville in december | very bad weather |
Parc national du Mont-Tremblant in december | very bad weather |
Trois-Rivières in december | very bad weather |
Bécancour in december | very bad weather |
Sherbrooke in december | very bad weather |
Gatineau in december | very bad weather |
Parc national du Mont-Mégantic in december | very bad weather |
Mont-Laurier in december | very bad weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in december.
Weather data for Montreal in december:
Weather data for Montreal for december are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Montreal. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Montreal can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Montreal.