May 1 is generally a great time to visit Montreal. While there is a slight chance of rain (34%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°C weather. As it's peak season for Montreal, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Montreal
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Montreal Weather Forecast for May 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.8°C. 34% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Montreal in May
Based on historical data for May 1, Montreal typically experiences temperatures between 4.5°C and 14.8°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 34% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Montreal
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
14.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
14.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
34%
Avg 2.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
63%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.2 hPa
High volatility
Montreal Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
~ Expect variable conditions. Have flexible plans and pack for multiple weather scenarios.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 18 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 27 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 45 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
High
87/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~297
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Montreal
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:43
☀️ Noon
11:52
🌇 Sunset
19:01
⏱️ Daylight
14h 17m
Wind Speed
18.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
67%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Montreal
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Montreal on May 1 averages 14.8°C with a 34% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 82/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Montreal Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
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May 6
16.6°C • 19% rain
Score
84
May 7
16.4°C • 22% rain
Score
83
May 8
16.5°C • 22% rain
Score
83
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Montreal Worth Visiting on May 1?
Planning a trip to Montreal on May 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.8°C with a 34% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 297 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18.1°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to -0.5°C in 2019.