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Mont-Tremblant, Canada · Alpine mountain climate

Mont-Tremblant in January: go or not?

Tough period. Mont-Tremblant in January only reaches 0.8/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 46.12°N · 74.60°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Mont-Tremblant · January
0.8
-15–-5°
Temperature
41%
Rain
3h
Sun
❄️ Alpine climate☀️ High-altitude UV🌦️ Changeable weather
Photo : Nunzio Guerrera via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in January

Off-season for skiing Mont-Tremblant — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.

January ranks 9 out of 12 months in Mont-Tremblant. Compared to December: −5°F daytime, +0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in January

UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-13°
Daylight
8.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is January the right month?

The best month in Mont-Tremblant is July (7.7/10), 6.9 pts higher than January.

See July →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Mont-Tremblant, Quebec ski resort in the Laurentides : 9000 inhabitants at 660 ft altitude (Mont-Tremblant summit reaches 2,900 ft), 81 miles north of Montreal. One of the most famous resorts in eastern Canada and North America , renowned for its pedestrian village rebuilt in 1991 (Intrawest) with very successful pseudo-European architecture.

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.

Country · Canada

🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyCanadian Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 77°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 23°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 49%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude869 ft
🎿Ski area869 → 2871 ft
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
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Location

Where is Mont-Tremblant ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Canada
Alpine mountain climate climate with a 7.7 → 0.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
46.12°N · 74.60°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Mont-Tremblant?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: March (ski score 8.3/10). For hiking/suiner: March (8.3/10, 2.0°F).
Can you ski in Mont-Tremblant in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.5/10. Cold temperatures (-5°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Mont-Tremblant in suiner?
In March, temperatures average 2.0°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Mont-Tremblant?
April is the wettest month with April has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Mont-Tremblant in January?
The average UV index reaches 2 in January in Mont-Tremblant (low), with about 8.8h of daylight. No protection needed.