Brace Yourself, Montreal: A Classic Winter Is Coming!

Rhonda Massad
12 hours ago
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Farmers’ Almanac Winter Forecast 2025–2026

Get ready to dust off your warmest tuque, sharpen those skates, and stock up on maple syrup — because the Farmers’ Almanac says this winter will be a true Québécois classic. Forget last year’s on-again, off-again mild spells. The 2025-2026 season is shaping up to bring the kind of deep freezes, heavy snowfalls, and howling storms your grandparents warned you about.

Cold Enough to Make Your Poutine Freeze

According to the Almanac, northern Quebec will bear the brunt of the Arctic air, with brutal wind chills and prolonged cold snaps in January and February. While Montreal won’t be quite as frigid as Labrador or Nunavik, don’t expect to be sipping lattes on café patios in February — the cold will bite, and it’ll bite hard.

Snowfall Like We Mean It

Remember when winter storms used to dump snow by the foot, not by the inch? Those days are back. Southern and eastern Quebec — Montreal included — should brace for frequent snowfalls, icy conditions, and the occasional full-blown blizzard. Whether you’re digging out your driveway in NDG or clearing the sidewalks in Laval, your snow blower is about to become your best friend.

Storm Watch: Nor’easters in the Mix

The Farmers’ Almanac predicts multiple nor’easters barreling through late January and February. These moisture-packed storms love to dump heavy snow over the St. Lawrence Valley, so mark your calendars now for “shovel-’til-you-drop” days.

When Will We Catch a Break?

Good news — there will be some milder spells. Southern Quebec will see a few thaws, just enough to turn your snowbanks into icy rivers before the next deep freeze hits. By March, milder Pacific air will start nudging its way in, but not before we get a few messy, late-season snowstorms.

Final Word: Winter Is Back, Baby!

So, Montrealers, get ready: whether you’re skating at Parc La Fontaine, trudging up the icy sidewalks of Saint-Denis, or just trying to keep your car from being buried on a side street, this winter will keep you busy.