Kingston Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Kingston can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from warm
to very cold.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Kingston. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -1°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -10°C during this month.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Kingston has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1131 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Kingston enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 109 mm of precipitation, while in February, Kingston receives about 72 mm.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Kingston can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.5 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
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The best time of year to visit Kingston in Canada
During the months of June, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
July has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 109 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 72 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 280 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
