Canada Weather Forecast
Canada weather: 75°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Canada weather in August
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Climate in Canada 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 | 23° | 9° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 27° | 9° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 40° | 22° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 52° | 34° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 65° | 48° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 76° | 59° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 80° | 64° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 77° | 61° | 5,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 55° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 45° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 42° | 31° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 29° | 17° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Canada
Go in July 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Canada compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Canada.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | 138 mi | 48°F | +35°F warmer | 47 in |
| Vermont | 173 mi | 46°F | +33°F warmer | 40 in |
| New York | 214 mi | 50°F | +37°F warmer | 47 in |
| Franconia Notch State Park | 216 mi | 43°F | 34°F cooler | 50 in |
| Letchworth State Park | 228 mi | 47°F | +34°F warmer | 40 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Canada?
Canada is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 45.4215, -75.6972. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Canada right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 77% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Canada?
July and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Canada, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Canada in?
Canada observes America/Toronto (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:52 AM.
How many people live in Canada?
Canada has a population of approximately 40 million.
What is the nearest airport to Canada?
The closest airports are Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 95 mi away, Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 228 mi away and Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 2.203 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Canada?
Popular options include Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, CN Tower, Lake Louise, Stanley Park and Algonquin Provincial Park.
What places are in Canada?
Canada covers 14 places in this atlas, including Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador and Northwest Territories.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 5, 2026 at 11:52 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
