Toronto weather
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Toronto, in Canada, has its warmest weather in July, when daytime temperatures average 26.3°C, while February nights are the coldest at around -7°C. The city sees roughly 896mm of rain a year; April is normally the wettest month and May the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.4° | -6.1° | 82mm | 9 |
| Feb | 1.5° | -7° | 60mm | 9 |
| Mar | 6.3° | -2.1° | 67mm | 11 |
| Apr | 11.1° | 2.5° | 94mm | 14 |
| May | 17.9° | 8.4° | 56mm | 9 |
| Jun | 23.9° | 14.8° | 94mm | 10 |
| Jul | 26.3° | 17.6° | 90mm | 12 |
| Aug | 25.7° | 17.4° | 71mm | 11 |
| Sep | 21.9° | 14° | 67mm | 9 |
| Oct | 15.5° | 8.2° | 76mm | 12 |
| Nov | 8.8° | 2.1° | 58mm | 9 |
| Dec | 3.6° | -2° | 81mm | 13 |
Seasons in Toronto
Spring (March–May). Daytime highs in Toronto climb from 6.3°C in March to 17.9°C by May, while nights ease from -2.1°C to 8.4°C. The season brings around 217mm of rain in total.
Summer (June–August). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 25.3°C, peaking in July at 26.3°C. August is usually the driest of the summer months (71mm over ~11 rainy days). Around the June solstice, Toronto gets roughly 15.3 hours of daylight.
Autumn (September–November). Daytime temperatures fall from 21.9°C in September to 8.8°C by November, with around 201mm of rain across the season.
Winter (December–February). Nights average -5.0°C, with February the coldest month (average low -7°C, daytime high 1.5°C). Expect about 31 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 8.7 hours of daylight in mid-December.
How Toronto compares
| Toronto | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 896mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 128 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 25.3°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | -5.0°C | 3.4°C |
Toronto is about 15% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
Toronto weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in Toronto?
July is typically the warmest month in Toronto, with average daytime highs of 26.3°C. Summer afternoons (June–August) average around 25.3°C.
What is the wettest month in Toronto?
April is usually the wettest month, with around 94mm of rain over roughly 14 rainy days. May is typically the driest (56mm).
How much does it rain in Toronto per year?
Toronto receives roughly 896mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 128 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in Toronto?
Winter nights (December–February) in Toronto average around -5.0°C, with February typically the coldest month (average low -7°C).
When is the best time to visit Toronto for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in Toronto. August is typically the driest of the warm months (71mm of rain), while July is the warmest, averaging 26.3°C by day — and near the June solstice there are around 15 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does Toronto's weather compare with the UK?
Toronto receives 896mm of rain a year, about 15% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 25.3°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average -5.0°C versus 3.4°C.