Montreal Weather in July

July weather in Montreal

July feels warm and often sticky, especially when you're walking the stone streets of Old Montreal. The average high is 25°C and humidity sits at 76%, so sightseeing can wear you out by mid-afternoon. Rain falls on 16 days, but showers rarely wash out a whole day. When the weather turns, keep indoor stops like the Pointe-à-Callière museum in mind.

July is a good month to visit, but September is even better, and it's the best month overall for Montreal. If you can pick your dates, September gives you the same long days with a little more comfort. If July is your only option, the city still delivers, and the rest of this guide will help you plan around the weather.

Evenings and getting around

Long evenings are the real perk of July. You'll have time for Mount Royal's lookout, picnic dinners and riverside walks after the heat eases. The Lachine Canal works well for a bike ride, but save steep walks for cooler parts of the day. Beach time is possible, though July's rain can interrupt plans.

For a calmer break, take the Metro to Jean-Talon Market and browse Quebec cheeses, berries and ready-to-eat snacks. It's a good place to pause if the heat or rain gets tiring, and you can turn the visit into lunch without crossing town. Rainfall is a little lower than in June, but July is still wet, and August is about the same. Keep a flexible plan for outdoor days, and use the Metro when a sticky afternoon makes long walks feel like work.

Festivals and summer crowds

July brings major events, including the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal, which often runs across late June and early July. Just for Laughs also puts comedy shows around the city in July. On July 1, Canada Day brings celebrations, though it's also a busy day to move around.

Families who like outdoor shows and street closures will find plenty happening, but you won't have quiet streets everywhere. July is high season, so hotels and popular restaurants generally cost more than they do in quieter months such as September. The Jazz Festival's downtown stages draw big crowds, so expect busy sidewalks around Place des Festivals.