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Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Montreal in December

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Montreal are June, July, August and September. In December, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
-9°C
Rainfall
74 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Montreal is typically cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around -9°C with about 74mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Montreal in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

CIRA-FM
CIRA-FM is a French language radio station located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Its studios are located at 5000 d'Iberville street in the Plateau Mont-Royal district of Montreal.
Mount Royal Funicular Railway
The Mount Royal Funicular Railway, also known as the Mountain Park Funicular Railway and the Mount Royal Elevator, was a funicular railway serving Mount Royal Park in Montreal, Que
Mount Royal Cross
The Mount Royal Cross is a monument on top of Mount Royal in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It stands at the northeastern peak of the mountain and overlooks the eastern part of the Isla
CHMP-FM
CHMP-FM is a French language talk radio station serving the Greater Montreal Area and licensed to the off-Island suburb of Longueuil. Owned and operated by Cogeco, it broadcasts wi
Local food tour of Montreal
Taste the signature dishes of Montreal.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Montreal in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Montreal?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Montreal's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Montreal in December?+

Expect average temperatures around -9°C. Rainfall averages about 74mm for the month. In short, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Montreal in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Montreal in December?+

Popular things to do include CIRA-FM, Mount Royal Funicular Railway, Mount Royal Cross and CHMP-FM. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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