Quebec City vs Montreal

Quebec City and Montreal are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Quebec City sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Montreal is also comfortable at 19°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Quebec City is the stronger choice in May. Montreal receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Quebec City reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Montreal averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Quebec City receives approximately 67 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during May. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Montreal sees 98 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Quebec City the drier option by 6 rain days and 31 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.