Saint-Henri, Montreal Area
Historic Montreal neighborhood with industrial roots
Saint-Henri in Montreal is a former industrial neighborhood known for cafés, restaurants and access to the Lachine Canal and Atwater Market.
Saint-Henri, Montreal at a Glance#
Address: Saint-Henri neighborhood, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Admission: Free (neighborhood access)
About Saint-Henri, Montreal#
Saint-Henri is a neighborhood in the Le Sud-Ouest borough on the southwest side of the Island of Montreal. It is known for its industrial past and dense urban fabric.
The area combines residential streets, commercial corridors, and former industrial buildings that have been repurposed for shops, restaurants, and housing. The nearby Lachine Canal provides a waterside pathway and recreational space.
Saint-Henri developed in the 19th and early 20th centuries around factories, railways, and industry and was traditionally a working-class district. In recent decades parts of the neighborhood have undergone redevelopment and renovation while retaining industrial-era architecture.
Located on Montreal’s Island in the city’s southwest, Saint-Henri sits within the Le Sud-Ouest borough and is southwest of Montreal’s downtown core.
- Lachine Canal access: The Lachine Canal runs along the neighborhood and provides a multiuse pathway and waterside green space commonly used for cycling and walking in warmer months.
How to Get to Saint-Henri, Montreal#
Saint-Henri is accessible from downtown Montreal via the STM métro (Green Line) to Lionel-Groulx or Place-Saint-Henri station. Several STM bus routes also serve the neighborhood. From the city center it is a short métro ride or a 15-25 minute taxi.
Tips for Visiting Saint-Henri, Montreal#
- Explore Rue Notre-Dame West for cafés and murals nearby
- Visit during the evening for atmospheric lighting and local nightlife
- Use the STM métro to Lionel-Groulx and walk or take a short bus to the neighborhood
Best Time to Visit Saint-Henri, Montreal#
Late spring through autumn for street life and open terraces.
Weather & Climate near Saint-Henri, Montreal#
Saint-Henri, Montreal'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 -15°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1005 mm/year), wettest in September, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -15° - -5° | -16° | 72 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -13° - -4° | -14° | 61 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -7° - 3° | -7° | 75 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 1° - 11° | 3° | 80 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 8° - 19° | 14° | 81 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 13° - 25° | 19° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 16° - 27° | 22° | 93 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 15° - 26° | 21° | 95 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 21° | 16° | 96 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 13° | 7° | 84 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -1° - 6° | -1° | 94 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -10° - -2° | -11° | 85 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
