Montreal residents should prepare for a winter that harkens back to traditional Quebec seasons, according to the latest forecast from The Weather Network. The prediction suggests the coming months will deliver the type of cold, snowy weather that defines classic Canadian winters.
A Blast from Quebec's Winter Past
The Weather Network's winter outlook points to a dramatic flip in the jet stream pattern that will usher in winter conditions rapidly across the region. This atmospheric shift increases the likelihood of an old-school white Christmas, something that many Montrealers remember from winters past.
Meteorologists identify two key weather phenomena that will dominate the season: La Nina and the polar vortex. The La Nina weather pattern is particularly known for generating cold blasts and volatile storm systems that can deliver significant snowfall and temperature drops.
Month-by-Month Winter Outlook
The forecast indicates that normal or below-normal cold temperatures will establish themselves as we move into the new year. However, February presents more uncertainty, with the potential for an extended period of milder weather that could break the deep freeze.
Montreal should expect some messy storm systems throughout the season, featuring a mix of snow, rain, and ice that typically characterizes transitional periods in Quebec winters. These mixed precipitation events often create challenging travel conditions but contribute to the winter landscape.
Current Conditions and Seasonal Transition
As Montreal moves deeper into late November, residents are experiencing milder conditions that will soon give way to winter's grip. The forecast for Wednesday, November 26th, 2025, calls for a high of 6 degrees Celsius with periods of rain or drizzle, while overnight temperatures will dip to plus-1 Celsius.
The precipitation is expected to continue through at least Thursday, with showers potentially transforming into flurries as colder air moves into the region. This transition period marks the typical shift from autumn's final days to winter's arrival in Montreal.
The seasonal forecast arrives as Montrealers begin their winter preparations, evidenced by scenes like that of Jean-Sébastien Couture carrying Christmas trees at Sapin Chez Michel in the Jean Talon Market on November 25th. The iconic tree stand has been serving Montreal's holiday needs since 1968, witnessing countless Quebec winters throughout its long history.
