L'Île-Dorval
Area Tiny residential island municipality near Montreal
L’Île‑Dorval, a tiny municipality on Lac Saint‑Louis near Montreal, consists largely of private residences and docks; boaters and lake users visit for day trips and waterfront recreation.
L’Île-Dorval is a very small island municipality in the Saint Lawrence River near Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is notable for having a tiny, largely seasonal population and mainly private properties.
The island contains summer homes, green space and recreational facilities rather than large tourist infrastructure; public access is limited and most activity concentrates in warmer months. There are no large commercial centres on the island.
The island developed as a summer residential and recreational enclave for Montreal-area residents in the 20th century, preserving a low-density pattern of buildings and private lots. It has long been maintained as a separate municipal entity with a small year-round population.
L’Île-Dorval lies in the Lake Saint-Louis section of the Saint Lawrence River, west of Montreal on the island of Montreal’s western shore, within the province of Quebec.
- Seasonal population: The island functions primarily as a seasonal residential and recreational community with limited public services outside the summer months.
How to Get to L'Île-Dorval #
Access to Île-Dorval is by private boat from Montreal-area marinas. There is no regular public ferry service; landing may be subject to private-property restrictions.
Tips for Visiting L'Île-Dorval #
- The island is small with limited services - check boat connections and access rights before planning a visit.
- If landing is allowed seasonally, local rules about swimming and fishing may apply due to private properties.
Best Time to Visit L'Île-Dorval #
Summer is the most practical season for visits when water access is easiest.
Weather & Climate near L'Île-Dorval #
L'Île-Dorval's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (966 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 92 mm of rain.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with 92 mm of rain.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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