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Brighton (ON) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Brighton.
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Climate overview of Brighton
Brighton, Ontario, Canada, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) in July, while winters cool to -1°C (30°F) in January.
The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1064 mm (42 in) annually. April is the wettest month. It has warm summers and very cold winters.
Brighton Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Brighton - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Brighton
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Brighton. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in July to a very cold -1°C (30°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 19°C (66°F) in July to around -9°C (16°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Brighton
Brighton has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1064 mm (42 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Precipitation levels in Brighton remain relatively steady throughout the year. April has the most rain, with 104 mm (4.1 in) over 11 days. In the driest month February, this drops slightly to 71 mm (2.8 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Brighton Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Brighton
Conditions in Brighton are generally most comfortable in June, July, August and September. They are typically least comfortable in January, February, March, April, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very cold
Feb
very cold
Mar
cold
Apr
wet
May
good
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
excellent
Oct
mixed
Nov
cold
Dec
cold
- Best overall: June, July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -9°C (16°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Brighton
What is the best time to visit Brighton?
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Brighton. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Brighton has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Brighton?
Daytime highs range from -1°C (30°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -9°C (16°F) to 19°C (66°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Brighton get?
Annual rainfall is around 1064 mm (42 in). April is the wettest month with 104 mm (4.1 in), while February is the driest with 71 mm (2.8 in).
Brighton 3-Day Forecast
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