Climate Overview
The climate in Mont-Laurier is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1201mm of precipitation falls per year. Mont-Laurier receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mont-Laurier 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 -15°C. Mont-Laurier experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Mont-Laurier has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -15°C and the daily average is -11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Mont-Laurier is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1201mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 123mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 71mm. That's 53mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Mont-Laurier receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 293cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 62cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Mont-Laurier is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Mont-Laurier, which began on September 23, 2026. Mont-Laurier is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -15°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -8 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 305mm across the season with a monthly average of 102mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 361mm across the season with a monthly average of 120mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -3 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 295mm for the season, averaging 98mm per month. Expect around 43cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -15 to -3°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 239mm for the season, averaging 80mm per month. Expect around 175cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential. Exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mont-Laurier 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.
