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Waterloo Climate by Month

The climate in Waterloo is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Waterloo, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -1°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -10°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Waterloo receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 998 mm. Year-round, Waterloo has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, June, with 103 mm, and the driest month, February, with 67 mm, is minimal.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Waterloo. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Hamilton, Canada (57 KM, 35 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Hamilton, Canada (57 KM, 35 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Waterloo 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:
  • When is winter in Waterloo?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Waterloo?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Waterloo?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Waterloo?
    June tops the wettest month list with 103 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Waterloo?
    February is the driest month with 67 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Waterloo?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 305 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Waterloo

    Thu   Dec 12
    -3°C | -10°C
    SW 40 km/h
    2.5 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow

    Fri   Dec 13
    -6°C | -11°C
    W 18 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    -2°C | -14°C
    E 18 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain