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Ontario Weather & Climate: Canada

Climate by month across Ontario, Canada, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Ontario

When planning a visit to Ontario in Canada, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 0°C (32°F) in January up to 26°C (79°F) during the peak of July. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Toronto, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in Ontario during June, July, August and September is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) to 26°C (79°F).

The coldest months generally fall in January, February, March, April, November and December.

When it comes to rainfall, Ontario maintains fairly consistent rainfall patterns throughout the year, with April seeing 95 mm (3.7 in) and August receiving 67 mm (2.6 in).

For those seeking sunshine, July usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore Ontario by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ontario — and find the best time to visit. (based on Toronto)

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Toronto Ottawa Niagara Falls Mississauga Niagara on the Lake Kingston
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Climate map of Ontario

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Toronto 1°C (34°F) 26°C (79°F) -7°C (19°F) 18°C (64°F) 964 mm (38 in) 2,070 hours
Ottawa -4°C (25°F) 27°C (81°F) -15°C (5°F) 15°C (59°F) 1088 mm (43 in) 2,087 hours
Niagara Falls -1°C (30°F) 27°C (81°F) -8°C (18°F) 17°C (63°F) 929 mm (37 in) 2,211 hours
Mississauga 0°C (32°F) 27°C (81°F) -8°C (18°F) 17°C (63°F) 941 mm (37 in) 2,184 hours
Niagara on the Lake 0°C (32°F) 20°C (68°F) -5°C (23°F) 12°C (54°F) 625 mm (25 in) 2,211 hours
Kingston -1°C (30°F) 26°C (79°F) -10°C (14°F) 19°C (66°F) 1131 mm (45 in) 1,971 hours

Places in Ontario, Canada

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