Chilly New Year’s Eve ahead with snow overnight
Posted December 31, 2025 7:37 am.
Montrealers will be welcoming the New Year under cold conditions, with gusty winds today and light snow expected overnight.
New Year’s Eve will bring a mix of sun and cloud, with west winds gusting up to 40 km/h and a high of minus -10 celsius. Wind chills will make it feel closer to minus – 22 C this morning and minus – 16 C this afternoon.
Clouds will increase this evening, with snow developing overnight. Between 2 and 4 centimetres are expected, which could make roads and sidewalks slippery as celebrations wrap up. Temperatures will drop to minus -13 C overnight, with wind chills near minus – 20 C.
Light snow is expected to end early New Year’s Day before skies clear, though temperatures will remain cold near minus – 14 C. Overnight lows could fall as low as minus – 23 C.
The cold stretch continues into Friday and Saturday, with sunny skies and daytime highs around minus – 14 C. More clouds are expected Sunday, followed by periods of snow early next week. Slightly milder temperatures are forecast by Monday, with highs near minus – 7 C.
Residents are advised to dress warmly and plan ahead for winter travel as the New Year begins under frigid conditions.
