Best Time to Visit Toronto
Best time to visit Toronto: June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Toronto
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Toronto month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29° | 18° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 32° | 19° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 43° | 28° | 3,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 53° | 37° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 64° | 48° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 75° | 60° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 81° | 66° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 76° | 62° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 58° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 61° | 47° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 46° | 35° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 37° | 27° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Toronto compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Toronto.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Falls, Ontario | 42 mi | 51°F | +34°F warmer | 39 in |
| Niagara Falls | 42 mi | 50°F | +33°F warmer | 41 in |
| Niagara Falls State Park | 43 mi | 50°F | +33°F warmer | 41 in |
| Niagara Falls | 43 mi | 50°F | +33°F warmer | 41 in |
| Buffalo | 59 mi | 50°F | +33°F warmer | 44 in |
Best time to visit each attraction in Toronto
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each airport in Toronto
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each district in Toronto
2 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Toronto is a city in Ontario. Toronto is known for CN Tower and lakefront. It has a population of about 2.9 million.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Toronto with clear. It feels like 65°F. Today runs from 63°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 53%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Toronto is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 81°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 18°F.
The closest major airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), about 12 mi away. Nearby highlights include CN Tower, Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls and Letchworth State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is 2.7°F below the 76°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Toronto today at 8.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Toronto right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:50 AM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 74° / 63°
Rain · 53% rain · wind 10 mph
🌦️ 71° / 60°
Light drizzle · 58% rain · wind 11 mph
Things to do in Toronto
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Toronto.
Quick facts about Toronto
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Ontario |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 43°39′11.5″N 79°22′59.5″W (43.6532, -79.3832) |
| Population | 2.930.000 |
| Known for | CN Tower and lakefront |
| Local time | 8:50 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Explore Toronto
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Toronto?
Toronto is a city in Ontario. Its coordinates are 43.6532, -79.3832. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Toronto right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with clear. Humidity is 80% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Toronto?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Toronto, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Toronto in?
Toronto observes America/Toronto (UTC-04:00). The local time is 8:50 AM.
How many people live in Toronto?
Toronto has a population of approximately 2.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Toronto?
The closest airports are Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 12 mi away and Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 305 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Toronto?
Popular options include CN Tower, Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, Letchworth State Park, Watkins Glen State Park and Algonquin Provincial Park.
What places are in Toronto?
Toronto covers 4 places in this atlas, including CN Tower, Toronto Pearson International Airport, Distillery District and Kensington Market.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 8:50 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
