Canada Montreal Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Montreal is Good
April is Good for Montreal.
April brings real spring + shoulder-season value. 1-11°C + 13 rainy days + 7 sunshine hours. Sugar Shack season's final weeks (mid-April closes) + Cabane à sucre family meal is the canonical Quebec experience. Outskirts farm (1-hour drive) + maple syrup tapping + traditional Quebec sausages + beans + tourtière + maple syrup poured on snow (tire d'érable).
Hotel value before May. Old Montreal + Plateau + Mile End walking weather returns. Last value chance before outdoor festivals kick off in May. BIXI bike share opens mid-April for the season.
Travel score
Spring opens + Sugar Shack final + BIXI bike season
April Weather at a Glance
April averages 52°F / 11°C highs and 34°F / 1°C lows with 13 rainy days and 7 sunshine hours. Snow days drop to 2/month (mostly first week). Sunrise 6 AM, sunset 7:40 PM = 13h 40min daylight. The St. Lawrence River ice fully melts mid-month, revealing the Old Port waterfront in time for May tourism.
April Travel Advice
Pack a waterproof shell + umbrella — April is one of Montreal's wettest months. Sugar Shack final weeks book 1-2 weeks ahead. BIXI bike share opens mid-April ($1.30 single ride, $5.50 day pass, $33 30-day) — best way to explore Lachine Canal + Old Port + Plateau. Old Montreal walking tours restart end of April.
Flying In from Overseas
Easter holiday week brings European + Australian tourists. Western spring break overlap with US universities. Direct flights from London $500-800, Paris $450-750, Frankfurt $500-800, NYC $150-300. Australian autumn shoulder.
April Pricing Trends
Shoulder pricing: 4-star Downtown $150-330/night, 5-star $280-560, Plateau boutique $100-240. Easter weekend +20%. Sugar Shack $33-90. BIXI 30-day pass $33.
Montreal April Weather Stats
Avg High
11°C
Avg Low
1°C
Rainy Days
13
80mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
Comfortable
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
3°C
Not swimmable
Snow Days
2
Monthly avg
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Expect about 2 snow days this month. Bring slip-resistant shoes and warm gear.
Air Quality
PM2.5
8 μg/m³
PM10
18 μg/m³
Status
Excellent
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
10°C
Nighttime
0°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Final Sugar Shack weeks
- Shoulder season value
- BIXI bike share season opens
Cons
- Rain 13 days/month
- Mornings still chilly
- No outdoor festivals yet
April Events & Festivals
- Sugar Shack season (final weeks, until mid-April)
- Cabane à sucre family meal (Au Pied de Cochon, Sucrerie de la Montagne)
- First BIXI bike share day (mid-April)
- Tulip planting season starts (late April)
Montreal in April — Full Picture
April brings real spring + shoulder-season value. 1-11°C + 13 rainy days + 7 sunshine hours. Sugar Shack season's final weeks (mid-April closes) + Cabane à sucre family meal is the canonical Quebec experience. Outskirts farm (1-hour drive) + maple syrup tapping + traditional Quebec sausages + beans + tourtière + maple syrup poured on snow (tire d'érable).
Hotel value before May. Old Montreal + Plateau + Mile End walking weather returns. Last value chance before outdoor festivals kick off in May. BIXI bike share opens mid-April for the season.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Real spring. Light jacket + long-sleeve + sneakers. Like mid-April in NYC or Boston. Rain frequent — waterproof shell + umbrella essential. Mornings still chilly +5°C.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current10.7°C
1°C
13/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
25°C
14.7°C
11.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13°C
5°C
12.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
-3.3°C
-12°C
13.3/mo
Montreal Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -5° | -14° | 14d·78mm | 3h | 75% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -3° | -12° | 12d·62mm | 4.5h | 72% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 2° | -6° | 13d·75mm | 5.5h | 70% | 3 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 1° | 13d·80mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 19° | 8° | 13d·75mm | 8h | 62% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 24° | 13° | 12d·87mm | 9.5h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 26° | 16° | 12d·90mm | 10h | 67% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 25° | 15° | 11d·88mm | 9h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 20° | 11° | 12d·87mm | 7.5h | 72% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| 13° | 5° | 12d·78mm | 6h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 6° | -1° | 14d·92mm | 3.5h | 78% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -2° | -10° | 14d·88mm | 2.5h | 78% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Montreal April Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Montreal?
Montreal in April is Good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Montreal in April?
Montreal April averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C.
Does it rain much in Montreal in April?
Montreal April averages 80mm of rainfall over about 13 rainy days.
What should I wear in Montreal in April?
Real spring. Light jacket + long-sleeve + sneakers. Like mid-April in NYC or Boston. Rain frequent — waterproof shell + umbrella essential. Mornings still chilly +5°C.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Montreal in April?
Montreal April sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 19:40, with 13h 40m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Montreal in April?
Montreal April air quality (AQI) averages 28, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 8μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Montreal in April?
In April, Montreal is great for Sugar Shack final weeks, Old Montreal walking, Plateau Mont-Royal + Mile End.
Is April peak season in Montreal?
Montreal April crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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