Geography of Ontario
Geography of Ontario: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Ontario
Lake Superior is 264 mi to the south-west, Isle Royale National Park is 267 mi to the south-west, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is 366 mi to the south-west and Tettegouche State Park is 378 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 51°15′13.7″N 85°19′23.5″W (51.2538, -85.3232)
Quick facts about Ontario
| Type | Province |
|---|---|
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 51°15′13.7″N 85°19′23.5″W (51.2538, -85.3232) |
| Capital | Toronto |
| Population | 15.600.000 |
| Area | 415.598 sq mi |
| Time zone | America/Toronto |
| Local time | 11:37 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Geography by city in Ontario
3 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by state park in Ontario
1 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
Summary
Ontario is a province in Canada. Ontario is a Canadian province or territory. It has a population of about 15.6 million. The capital is Toronto.
Right now it is 57°F (14°C) in Ontario with overcast. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 55°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Ontario is June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. February, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 77°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -7°F.
The closest major airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), about 587 mi away. Nearby highlights include CN Tower and Algonquin Provincial Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is 8.5°F below the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Ontario today at 9.3/10. 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.
Climate in Ontario 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 | 9° | -7° | 1,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 17° | -3° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 24° | 1° | 1,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 41° | 20° | 2,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 58° | 37° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 72° | 50° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 77° | 57° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 73° | 54° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 68° | 49° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 51° | 37° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 32° | 22° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 19° | 4° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ontario?
Ontario is a province in Canada. Its coordinates are 51.2538, -85.3232. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Ontario right now?
It is currently 57°F (14°C) with overcast. Humidity is 70% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ontario?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Ontario, which has a subarctic climate. February, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Ontario in?
Ontario observes America/Toronto (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:37 PM.
How many people live in Ontario?
Ontario has a population of approximately 15.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Ontario?
The closest airports are Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 587 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Ontario?
Popular options include CN Tower and Algonquin Provincial Park.
What places are in Ontario?
Ontario covers 4 places in this atlas, including Ottawa, Toronto, Algonquin Provincial Park and Niagara Falls, Ontario.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (ca-provinces) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 11:37 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
