Toronto (ON) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Toronto has a humid continental climate due to its southern location in Canada and the proximity of Lake Ontario. The city that has the mildest climate of all cities east of the Rocky Mountains.
The temperature differences between the seasons can be very large. Toronto has cold winters, where average temperatures can drop below -10°C (14°F) and snowfall is very likely to be seen between November and mid-April. The city can experience heavy snowstorms. However, the winters also has milder periods.
Summers are warm, very humid and there can be a lot of precipitation. The humidity also means that summers can feel extremely hot. Spring and autumn are transitional seasons and are actually the best time to visit Toronto. It is not too hot and not too cold. Keep in mind that the weather in Toronto is very changeable and can change from day to day.
Monthly Temperature in Toronto
In Toronto, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in July to a very cold 1°C (34°F) in February.
Nighttime temperatures range from 18°C (64°F) in July to -7°C (19°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Toronto
On average, Toronto receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 964 mm (38 in). The wettest period in Toronto occurs in April, which receives around 95 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, August, Toronto experiences moderate rainfall, totaling 68 mm (2.7 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate. For more details, please visit our Toronto Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Toronto
In Toronto, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.6 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Toronto by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 87%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 76%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Toronto (ON) 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
