Contents
- The climate of Toronto
- The best time to visit Toronto
- The worst time to visit Toronto
- Weather hazards
- Weather in January
- Weather in February
- Weather in March
- Weather in April
- Weather in May
- Weather in June
- Weather in July
- Weather in August
- Weather in September
- Weather in October
- Weather in November
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature
- Average pressure
- Average wind speed
- Average humidity
- Average rainfall
- Average rainfall days
- Average snowfall
- Average snowfall days
- Average sea temperature
- Average daylight
- Average sunshine
- Average sunshine days
- Average UV index
- Average cloud cover
- Average visibility
Colorfully lit night city of Toronto, Canada, with a view of the Nathan Phillips Square, and a large Toronto sign
The climate of Toronto
Toronto, the capital of Ontario, Canada, experiences a continental climate (Köppen climate classification Dfa). The weather is characterized by long, extremely cold winters and short, warm, and humid summers. Toronto's climate is largely influenced by its placement on the Ontario River, making the winters and summers more tolerable under the circumstances.
Spring comes to Toronto from mid-March to May and has varied weather. It starts off cold and freezing with frequent snowfall and frost. Transition happens in the first few weeks that are adjacent to winter. Gradually, the weather warms up but with an occasional return of the cold weather. Most days remain fairly sunny and mildly warm, but occasionally there are rainy afternoons accompanied by light thunderstorms.
Summer lasts from June to August and is usually warm and very humid. While some days are sweltering and muggy, some days are tolerable and cool. The temperature is high during summer, occasionally going over 30°C (86°F) on the hottest days. Summer also experiences reasonably higher rainfall compared with the other seasons.
Autumn in Toronto lasts from September to mid-November. The weather transitions between warm, pleasant, and sunny days in the first few weeks and freezing days and nights as winter nears. Tourists frequent Toronto in autumn more because of the warm sunny days and the moderate rainfall that allows perfect touring.
Winter is the longest season in Toronto, lasting from November to mid-March. The weather remains freezing with frequent snowfall and occasional snowstorms. The temperature hovers below the freezing point, and sometimes glaze ice occurs - freezing everything in Toronto from trees, roads, and cars. Winter has icy winds, the blizzards that have a high gust, and can cause extensive damage.
Spring comes to Toronto from mid-March to May and has varied weather. It starts off cold and freezing with frequent snowfall and frost. Transition happens in the first few weeks that are adjacent to winter. Gradually, the weather warms up but with an occasional return of the cold weather. Most days remain fairly sunny and mildly warm, but occasionally there are rainy afternoons accompanied by light thunderstorms.
Summer lasts from June to August and is usually warm and very humid. While some days are sweltering and muggy, some days are tolerable and cool. The temperature is high during summer, occasionally going over 30°C (86°F) on the hottest days. Summer also experiences reasonably higher rainfall compared with the other seasons.
Autumn in Toronto lasts from September to mid-November. The weather transitions between warm, pleasant, and sunny days in the first few weeks and freezing days and nights as winter nears. Tourists frequent Toronto in autumn more because of the warm sunny days and the moderate rainfall that allows perfect touring.
Winter is the longest season in Toronto, lasting from November to mid-March. The weather remains freezing with frequent snowfall and occasional snowstorms. The temperature hovers below the freezing point, and sometimes glaze ice occurs - freezing everything in Toronto from trees, roads, and cars. Winter has icy winds, the blizzards that have a high gust, and can cause extensive damage.
The best time to visit Toronto
The best time to visit Toronto is during spring, from April to May and during autumn from mid-September to mid-October.
Spring comes with scenic beauty in the nature parks of Toronto amid the blossoming flowers that make the city feel and look like a beautiful orchard. The weather is mild and pleasant and creates an excellent opportunity to visit the parks and other attractive spots. Summer has huge crowds frequenting Toronto for the holidays and vacations. The large groups and crowded places plus the winter chill are absent in spring, making a visit during the season memorable and enjoyable.
Autumn comes with tolerable temperature after the summer heat. The weather offers an excellent opportunity to visit the beautiful park and partake during the fall beauty. All the sightseeing spots in Toronto come alive with the scenic view of the brownish-golden leaves falling off the trees viewed against the magnificent cityscape. Both seasons offer fewer crowds and better prices on most amenities.
Spring comes with scenic beauty in the nature parks of Toronto amid the blossoming flowers that make the city feel and look like a beautiful orchard. The weather is mild and pleasant and creates an excellent opportunity to visit the parks and other attractive spots. Summer has huge crowds frequenting Toronto for the holidays and vacations. The large groups and crowded places plus the winter chill are absent in spring, making a visit during the season memorable and enjoyable.
Autumn comes with tolerable temperature after the summer heat. The weather offers an excellent opportunity to visit the beautiful park and partake during the fall beauty. All the sightseeing spots in Toronto come alive with the scenic view of the brownish-golden leaves falling off the trees viewed against the magnificent cityscape. Both seasons offer fewer crowds and better prices on most amenities.
The worst time to visit Toronto
The worst time to visit Toronto is during summer, particularly in July and August.
At this time, the temperature is at its highest, as is the humidity. On top of high temperatures, this period experiences the highest rainfall of the year. Many tours of Toronto may be interrupted not only by the rains but also by the thunderstorms that accompany the rains. As if that is not enough, summer has high-temperature ranges of up to 30°C (86°F), and the weather feels muggy for most people. All these conditions, plus up to ten hours of sunshine per day, make most days almost intolerable with the unbelievably high humidity.
Toronto, being a tourist destination, has many tourists looking forward to summer. Consequently, during summer, there are not only huge crowds all over, but also hiked prices in almost every part of Toronto. These prices include flights and accommodations. The parks and museums remain crowded all through, making it impossible to enjoy the tour. Bear in mind that schools close for holidays, and so expect both children and grown-ups to frequent Toronto as well.
At this time, the temperature is at its highest, as is the humidity. On top of high temperatures, this period experiences the highest rainfall of the year. Many tours of Toronto may be interrupted not only by the rains but also by the thunderstorms that accompany the rains. As if that is not enough, summer has high-temperature ranges of up to 30°C (86°F), and the weather feels muggy for most people. All these conditions, plus up to ten hours of sunshine per day, make most days almost intolerable with the unbelievably high humidity.
Toronto, being a tourist destination, has many tourists looking forward to summer. Consequently, during summer, there are not only huge crowds all over, but also hiked prices in almost every part of Toronto. These prices include flights and accommodations. The parks and museums remain crowded all through, making it impossible to enjoy the tour. Bear in mind that schools close for holidays, and so expect both children and grown-ups to frequent Toronto as well.
Weather hazards
During winter, there may be experienced intense snowstorms that bring freezing temperatures. Occasional ice storms - referred to as glaze ice, result in extensive damage and almost no movement around Toronto.
The occasional weather shifts throughout the seasons may result in visitors experiencing the exact opposite weather than anticipated.
The occasional weather shifts throughout the seasons may result in visitors experiencing the exact opposite weather than anticipated.
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Toronto, Canada, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -7°C (19.4°F) and -2.3°C (27.9°F). January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of -2.3°C (27.9°F) and an average low-temperature of -7°C (19.4°F). Weather in January »
Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Toronto, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average low of -6.7°C (19.9°F) and an average high of -1.3°C (29.7°F). In February, the average high-temperature is relatively the same as in January - a still freezing cold -1.3°C (29.7°F). Weather in February »
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Toronto, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 3.2°C (37.8°F) and min -2.2°C (28°F). In March, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a subzero cold -1.3°C (29.7°F) in February to a cold 3.2°C (37.8°F). Weather in March »
Weather in April
April in Toronto, Canada, is a chilly spring month, with an average temperature varying between 8.8°C (47.8°F) and 3°C (37.4°F). In April, the average high-temperature rises from a cold 3.2°C (37.8°F) in March to a chilly 8.8°C (47.8°F). Weather in April »
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Toronto, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average high of 15.4°C (59.7°F) and an average low of 8.8°C (47.8°F). In Toronto, the average high-temperature in May rises from a chilly 8.8°C (47.8°F) in April to a mild 15.4°C (59.7°F). Weather in May »
Weather in June
June, the first month of the summer in Toronto, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.1°C (57.4°F) and 20.5°C (68.9°F). In Toronto, the average high-temperature in June increases from a moderate 15.4°C (59.7°F) in May to an agreeable 20.5°C (68.9°F). Weather in June »
Weather in July
July in Toronto, Canada, is a warm summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.8°C (76.6°F) and min 18.4°C (65.1°F). The warmest month is July, with an average high-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F). Weather in July »
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Toronto, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 18.4°C (65.1°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F). In Toronto, the average high-temperature in August is relatively the same as in July - a still warm 24.5°C (76.1°F). Weather in August »
Weather in September
The first month of the autumn, September, is also an agreeable month in Toronto, Canada, with an average temperature varying between 20.9°C (69.6°F) and 15°C (59°F). In September, the average high-temperature slightly decreases from a warm 24.5°C (76.1°F) in August to an agreeable 20.9°C (69.6°F). Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Toronto, Canada, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14°C (57.2°F) and 8.8°C (47.8°F). In October, the average high-temperature decreases from a pleasant 20.9°C (69.6°F) in September to a mild 14°C (57.2°F). Weather in October »
Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is also a frosty month in Toronto, Canada, with an average temperature fluctuating between 2.4°C (36.3°F) and 7.1°C (44.8°F). In Toronto, Canada, the average high-temperature in November decreases from a moderate 14°C (57.2°F) in October to a chilly 7.1°C (44.8°F). Weather in November »
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Toronto, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 1.4°C (34.5°F) and -2.5°C (27.5°F). In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a chilly 7.1°C (44.8°F) in November to a cold 1.4°C (34.5°F). Weather in December »
[Resources]FAQ
What is the coldest month in Toronto?
With an average high-temperature of -2.3°C (27.9°F) and an average low-temperature of -7°C (19.4°F), January is the coldest month.
What are the most humid months in Toronto?
The months with the highest humidity in Toronto are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.
How many days does it rain in Toronto?
Throughout the year, in Toronto, Canada, there are 136.8 rainfall days, and 420mm (16.54") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it snow in Toronto?
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Toronto, Canada.
When does it snow the most in Toronto?
The month with the most snowfall in Toronto, Canada, is January, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of snow.
How much does it snow in Toronto?
Throughout the year, there are 45.6 snowfall days, and 223mm (8.78") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Toronto?
With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Toronto?
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Toronto.
What is the driest month in Toronto?
February is the month with the least rainfall in Toronto. Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.
When is the sea coldest in Toronto?
The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average sea temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F).
When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Toronto?
On Sunday, 12. March 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, 05. November 2023, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
When it does not snow in Toronto?
In Toronto, snow does not fall in May through October.
When are the longest days in Toronto?
With an average of 15h and 23min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Toronto, Canada.
What is the warmest month in Toronto?
July is the warmest month in Toronto, with an average high-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F).
What is the rainiest month in Toronto?
July is the month with the most rainfall in Toronto. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.
What month has the most sunshine in Toronto?
The month with the most sunshine is July, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.
When is the highest UV index in Toronto?
The months with the highest UV index in Toronto are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the least humid month in Toronto?
August and September, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Toronto.
When is the sea warmest in Toronto?
August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).
What is the month with the shortest days in Toronto?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
Average temperature
Toronto, Canada
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7°C).
Average pressure
Toronto, Canada
- Average pressure in January:
1017.1mbar - Average pressure in February:
1017.1mbar - Average pressure in March:
1018.4mbar - Average pressure in April:
1014.7mbar - Average pressure in May:
1015.3mbar - Average pressure in June:
1013.1mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1013.9mbar - Average pressure in August:
1014.5mbar - Average pressure in September:
1017mbar - Average pressure in October:
1015.5mbar - Average pressure in November:
1018.2mbar - Average pressure in December:
1017.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.1mbar).
Average wind speed
Toronto, Canada
- Average wind speed in January:
19.5km/h - Average wind speed in February:
19.1km/h - Average wind speed in March:
17.4km/h - Average wind speed in April:
17.1km/h - Average wind speed in May:
13.3km/h - Average wind speed in June:
12.4km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
11.7km/h - Average wind speed in August:
12.6km/h - Average wind speed in September:
13.9km/h - Average wind speed in October:
17.3km/h - Average wind speed in November:
18.2km/h - Average wind speed in December:
18.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.7km/h).
Average humidity
Toronto, Canada
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).
Average rainfall
Toronto, Canada
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (19mm).
Average rainfall days
Toronto, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January:
5.9 days - Average rainfall days in February:
5.6 days - Average rainfall days in March:
10.2 days - Average rainfall days in April:
12.9 days - Average rainfall days in May:
14.8 days - Average rainfall days in June:
13.6 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
15.9 days - Average rainfall days in August:
14.2 days - Average rainfall days in September:
12.2 days - Average rainfall days in October:
14 days - Average rainfall days in November:
9.8 days - Average rainfall days in December:
7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).
Average snowfall
Toronto, Canada
The month with the highest snowfall is January (57mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days
Toronto, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January:
11.9 days - Average snowfall days in February:
10.3 days - Average snowfall days in March:
6 days - Average snowfall days in April:
2.5 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0.2 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0.4 days - Average snowfall days in November:
4.4 days - Average snowfall days in December:
9.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature
Toronto, Canada
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (1.9°C).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Toronto, Canada
- Average daylight in January:
9h and 2min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 3min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 3min - Average daylight in May:
14h and 4min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 2min
- Average daylight in July:
15h and 1min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 5min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 3min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 0min - Average daylight in November:
9h and 4min - Average daylight in December:
9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January:
3h and 1min - Average sunshine in February:
3h and 3min - Average sunshine in March:
5h and 4min - Average sunshine in April:
7h and 4min - Average sunshine in May:
9h and 0min - Average sunshine in June:
9h and 5min
- Average sunshine in July:
10h and 5min - Average sunshine in August:
10h and 4min - Average sunshine in September:
9h and 2min - Average sunshine in October:
4h and 5min - Average sunshine in November:
4h and 4min - Average sunshine in December:
3h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days
Toronto, Canada
- Average sunshine days in January:
13.6 days - Average sunshine days in February:
13.9 days - Average sunshine days in March:
16.2 days - Average sunshine days in April:
13.8 days - Average sunshine days in May:
13.9 days - Average sunshine days in June:
14.8 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
12.8 days - Average sunshine days in August:
13.3 days - Average sunshine days in September:
15.5 days - Average sunshine days in October:
13.9 days - Average sunshine days in November:
15.4 days - Average sunshine days in December:
14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).
Average UV index
Toronto, Canada
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover
Toronto, Canada
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility
Toronto, Canada
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (9km).
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