Climate Insights for Laval

Laval (administrative region), Quebec, Canada

Hottest
July
27°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
January
-11°C low12°F low
Wettest
October
123 mm rain4.9 in rain
Best to Visit
July, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Laval is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,159 mm of precipitation falls per year. Laval receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Laval is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. Laval experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Laval is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 45.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Laval receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Laval is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 12°F. Laval experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -4°Average: -8°Min: -11°FebMax: -2°Average: -6°Min: -10°MarMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -5°AprMax: 11°Average: 6°Min: 2°MayMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 9°JunMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°JulMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°AugMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°SepMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 13°OctMax: 15°Average: 11°Min: 7°NovMax: 6°Average: 3°Min: 0°DecMax: -1°Average: -4°Min: -7°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°FAverage: 19°FMin: 12°FFebMax: 29°FAverage: 20°FMin: 13°FMarMax: 38°FAverage: 30°FMin: 24°FAprMax: 51°FAverage: 43°FMin: 36°FMayMax: 66°FAverage: 57°FMin: 49°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FJulMax: 80°FAverage: 72°FMin: 65°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 62°FMin: 55°FOctMax: 59°FAverage: 51°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 43°FAverage: 37°FMin: 32°FDecMax: 31°FAverage: 25°FMin: 20°F
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Laval has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Laval has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 68°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 12°F and the daily average is 19°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 56mmFebPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 54mmMarPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 29mmAprPrecipitation: 120mmSnow: 14mmMayPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 112mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 114mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 123mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 21mmDecPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 38mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 22inFebPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 21inMarPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 12inAprPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 6inMayPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 15in
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Snow (in)

Laval is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,159 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 97 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 123 mm of rainfall. April and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 64 mm. That's 59 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Laval receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 213cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 56cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Laval is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. April and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.5 in. That's 2.3 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Laval receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 84in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 22in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Laval is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Laval is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-8°19°F
Feb-6°20°F
Mar-1°30°F
Apr6°43°F
May14°57°F
Jun19°67°F
Jul22°72°F
Aug21°70°F
Sep17°62°F
Oct11°51°F
Nov3°37°F
Dec-4°25°F

The best time to visit Laval is during July and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Laval is during July and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 12°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Laval based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Laval based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-11 °C12 °F
-4 °C25 °F
13 km/h8 mph
82 mm3.2 in
56 cm22 in
Feb
-10 °C13 °F
-2 °C29 °F
14 km/h9 mph
84 mm3.3 in
54 cm21 in
Mar
-5 °C24 °F
3 °C38 °F
14 km/h9 mph
87 mm3.4 in
29 cm12 in
Apr
2 °C36 °F
11 °C51 °F
14 km/h9 mph
120 mm4.7 in
14 cm6 in
May
9 °C49 °F
19 °C66 °F
12 km/h8 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C59 °F
24 °C75 °F
12 km/h8 mph
112 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
18 °C65 °F
27 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
17 °C63 °F
26 °C78 °F
11 km/h7 mph
114 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
13 °C55 °F
22 °C71 °F
11 km/h7 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
15 °C59 °F
13 km/h8 mph
123 mm4.9 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
0 °C32 °F
6 °C43 °F
14 km/h9 mph
94 mm3.7 in
21 cm8 in
Dec
-7 °C20 °F
-1 °C31 °F
14 km/h9 mph
95 mm3.8 in
38 cm15 in