October 18 is generally a great time to visit Montreal. While there is a slight chance of rain (30%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 13°C weather. Montreal is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Montreal
Currency
CAD
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Language
English
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Montreal Weather Forecast for October 18
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.8°C. 30% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Montreal in October
Based on historical data for October 18, Montreal typically experiences temperatures between 5.7°C and 12.8°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. With a 30% 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
Average High
12.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
30%
Avg 2.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
64%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.2 hPa
High volatility
Montreal Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 67 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 101 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 168 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.1°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
83/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~283
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Montreal
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:15
☀️ Noon
11:40
🌇 Sunset
17:05
⏱️ Daylight
10h 50m
Wind Speed
20.2 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
6.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Montreal
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
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 October 18 averages 12.8°C with a 30% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 79/100."
— 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
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14.9°C • 19% rain
Score
93
October 12
14.9°C • 18% rain
Score
93
October 13
14.7°C • 22% rain
Score
91
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Montreal Worth Visiting on October 18?
Planning a trip to Montreal on October 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.8°C with a 30% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 283 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 October 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.9°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -0.6°C in 2018.