Senneville Area
Small residential village on Montreal's western island
On Montreal Island's western tip, Senneville is a small village with waterfront homes, a marina and parkland; day-trippers come for quiet walks, sailing and historic houses.
Senneville at a Glance#
Address: Senneville, Quebec, Canada
Website: https://www.ville.senneville.qc.ca
Admission: Free (municipality)
About Senneville#
Senneville is a small municipality on the western tip of the Island of Montreal in Quebec, characterized by low-density residential areas and shoreline landscapes.
The village offers waterfront views, historic houses and a quiet, suburban environment rather than major tourist attractions. It is known locally for its parks and private properties set along the shoreline.
Senneville developed as a residential community serving Montreal and has long been associated with summer homes and country estates for city residents.
Positioned at the western end of Montreal Island, Senneville is approximately a 20 to 30-kilometre drive from downtown Montreal depending on route and traffic.
- Character: A small, primarily residential village on the western tip of the Island of Montreal, known for waterfront properties and green spaces.
How to Get to Senneville#
Drive from Montreal via Autoroute 40 (Trans‑Canada/Metropolitan) west, then follow local roads onto Boulevard Gouin Ouest and north toward Senneville. Public transit options are limited; driving is the most practical approach.
Tips for Visiting Senneville#
- Visit the historic waterfront and Fort Senneville ruins for local history and shoreline views.
- Combine a trip with a drive along Lakeshore Road to see West Island estates and nearby parks.
- If driving from Montreal, allow time for traffic across the West Island-take Autoroute 40 west toward Pierrefonds and follow local roads.
Best Time to Visit Senneville#
Late spring through early autumn for outdoor activities and pleasant weather.
Weather & Climate near Senneville#
Senneville's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (986 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -15° - -6° | -17° | 75 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -14° - -4° | -15° | 60 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -8° - 1° | -8° | 65 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 0° - 9° | 2° | 80 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 7° - 18° | 12° | 83 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 12° - 23° | 18° | 90 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 16° - 26° | 21° | 91 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 15° - 25° | 20° | 93 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 13° | 6° | 88 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -1° - 6° | -2° | 92 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -10° - -2° | -12° | 80 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
