Montreal · February
Run in the midday.
Cold: average high 26°F, low 9°F. Layering becomes the workout. Expect 15 rain days — plan around the radar. Subfreezing mornings mean midday is the only reliably runnable window. Layer up and watch for wind chill.
Avg high / low
26° / 9°F
Humidity
75%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
13 mph
What February feels like in Montreal
Sunrise
07:55
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:20
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Often the warmest few hours of a cold day. If you can only run once, midday gives you the most temperate window.
Evening
Cold drops back in fast after sunset. Tight window — done before headlamp territory.
What to wear running in Montreal in February
The kit for February in Montreal: cold-weather layers, gloves, and ear coverage on most mornings, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
February vs the surrounding months
vs January
+2° avg high
0 rain days
Montreal in January →
February
26°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: midday
vs March
-10° avg high
0 rain days
Montreal in March →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Montreal in February?+
Midday. Subfreezing mornings mean midday is the only reliably runnable window. Layer up and watch for wind chill.
What's the average temperature in Montreal in February?+
Average high 26°F, average low 9°F.
How does February compare to surrounding months in Montreal?+
Compared to January (avg high 24°F), February is warmer. Compared to March (avg high 36°F), February is cooler.
Does it rain often in Montreal in February?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in February, on average.