Canada Montreal Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Montreal is Moderate
November is Moderate for Montreal.
November starts winter + low season + best value. -1 to 6°C + 14 rainy days + 3.5 sunshine hours. Hotels 30-40% off + Canadiens NHL season starts + Cirque du Soleil indoor season opens. Marché de Noël Old Port Christmas Market opens late November.
No outdoor activities — focus on RÉSO Underground + museums + Cirque du Soleil + NHL + Christmas Market. First snow by late November.
Travel score
Low season starts + 30-40% off + Christmas Market opens
November Weather at a Glance
November averages 43°F / 6°C highs and 30°F / -1°C lows with only 3.5 sunshine hours and 14 rainy days. Snow days 3/month (mostly final week). Sunrise 6:50 AM, sunset 4:30 PM (after Nov 1 DST) = 9h 40min daylight. The grayest month of the year — overcast 70% of days.
November Travel Advice
Pack winter gear by mid-November — first snow Nov 20-25. NHL Canadiens season opener (mid-October already) but November mid-season schedule has the most home games. Cirque du Soleil indoor shows $74-185 (book 1-2 weeks ahead). Marché de Noël Old Port opens late November — most magical at dusk 4:30-6:00 PM.
Flying In from Overseas
Lowest tourist season + lowest international flight pricing. Direct flights from London $400-700, Paris $380-680, Frankfurt $420-720, NYC $130-280. Pre-Christmas European escape.
November Pricing Trends
Year's lowest pricing: 4-star Downtown $135-280/night, 5-star $260-440, Plateau boutique $90-220. NHL Canadiens $60-300. Cirque du Soleil $74-185. Christmas Market entry free.
Montreal November Weather Stats
Avg High
6°C
Avg Low
-1°C
Rainy Days
14
92mm total
Sunshine
3.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
78%
Comfortable
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
15 km/h
Gusts 32
Sea Temp
6°C
Not swimmable
Snow Days
3
Monthly avg
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Expect about 3 snow days this month. Bring slip-resistant shoes and warm gear.
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
3°C
Nighttime
-5°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
15 km/h
Max gust 32 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotels 30-40% off — low season starts
- Canadiens NHL + Cirque du Soleil indoor
- Marché de Noël Christmas Market opens late month
Cons
- Only 3.5 sunshine hours + frequent overcast
- Sub-zero by month-end + first snow
- No outdoor festival activity
November Events & Festivals
- Salon des métiers d'art (mid-Nov, Quebec crafts fair)
- Cirque du Soleil winter season (Old Port indoor venues)
- Canadiens NHL season starts
- Marché de Noël Old Port opens late November (Christmas Market)
Montreal in November — Full Picture
November starts winter + low season + best value. -1 to 6°C + 14 rainy days + 3.5 sunshine hours. Hotels 30-40% off + Canadiens NHL season starts + Cirque du Soleil indoor season opens. Marché de Noël Old Port Christmas Market opens late November.
No outdoor activities — focus on RÉSO Underground + museums + Cirque du Soleil + NHL + Christmas Market. First snow by late November.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Early winter. Heavy jacket + sweater + rain shell. Like mid-November in Korea. Sub-zero starts late month + first snow by Nov 20-25.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
10.7°C
1°C
13/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
25°C
14.7°C
11.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current13°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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Montreal?
Montreal in November is Moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Montreal in November?
Montreal November averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C.
Does it rain much in Montreal in November?
Montreal November averages 92mm of rainfall over about 14 rainy days.
What should I wear in Montreal in November?
Early winter. Heavy jacket + sweater + rain shell. Like mid-November in Korea. Sub-zero starts late month + first snow by Nov 20-25.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Montreal in November?
Montreal November sunrise is 06:50 and sunset is 16:30, with 9h 40m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Montreal in November?
Montreal November air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Montreal in November?
In November, Montreal is great for RÉSO Underground City, Canadiens NHL Bell Centre, Cirque du Soleil indoor.
Is November peak season in Montreal?
Montreal November crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.