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Barrie, Ontario Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Barrie, Ontario?
Barrie, Ontario gets 778 mm of precipitation a year over about 160 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and January the coldest (average low -11°C).
Humid continental climate
Barrie, Ontario has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -2°C in January to 26°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -9° | -2° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 0° | 11° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 25° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 4° | 14° |
How much rain does Barrie get?
Barrie gets 778 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 160 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 80% of Canada.
August is the wettest month, with 81 mm. February is the driest, with 49 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 17.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 17 days, to October 4, 2023.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Barrie got 1054 mm of rain, against a normal of 778 mm for those months. April 2026 had the most, with 124 mm.
Barrie weather by month
Barrie weather in January
In January, Barrie averages a high of -2°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 14% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 14°C (2005) and the record low is -32°C (2014).
Barrie weather in February
In February, Barrie averages a high of -2°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 16°C (2017) and the record low is -32°C (2016).
Barrie weather in March
In March, Barrie averages a high of 3°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (2012) and the record low is -26°C (2007).
Barrie weather in April
In April, Barrie averages a high of 11°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (2023) and the record low is -14°C (2016).
Barrie weather in May
In May, Barrie averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2012) and the record low is -5°C (2020). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barrie weather in June
In June, Barrie averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 36°C (2025) and the record low is 2°C (2009). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barrie weather in July
In July, Barrie averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 35°C (2011) and the record low is 6°C (2015). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barrie weather in August
In August, Barrie averages a high of 25°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 36°C (2006) and the record low is 4°C (2007).
Barrie weather in September
In September, Barrie averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2015) and the record low is -1°C (2020). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barrie weather in October
In October, Barrie averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 30°C (2023) and the record low is -7°C (2013).
Barrie weather in November
In November, Barrie averages a high of 7°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 24°C (2022) and the record low is -22°C (2019).
Barrie weather in December
In December, Barrie averages a high of 0°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 17°C (2021) and the record low is -32°C (2004).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Barrie
July is the sunniest month in Barrie, with estimated sunshine of 50% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 14%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 35% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Barrie is cloudier than 62% of Canada.
Humidity peaks in January at 82% and is lowest in May at 63%.
Barrie has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Barrie is hotter than 68% of Canada.
First and last freeze in Barrie
The first fall freeze in Barrie typically comes around October 11, and the last spring freeze around May 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 150 days.
Barrie weather records
These records cover EGBERT 1 W during 2004–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Barrie station is 36°C, on August 1, 2006. The coldest is -32°C, on December 20, 2004.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 150 mm of precipitation, on August 2, 2020.
The best time to visit Barrie
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -2°C and lows near -9°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 0°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 4°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11° | -2° | 52 mm | 17 | 82% | 14% | 14° | -32° |
| February | -11° | -2° | 49 mm | 16 | 74% | 25% | 16° | -32° |
| March | -6° | 3° | 50 mm | 13 | 70% | 30% | 26° | -26° |
| April | 0° | 11° | 73 mm | 13 | 67% | 35% | 29° | -14° |
| May | 6° | 18° | 65 mm | 12 | 63% | 43% | 33° | -5° |
| June | 12° | 23° | 72 mm | 12 | 68% | 46% | 36° | 2° |
| July | 14° | 26° | 72 mm | 10 | 73% | 50% | 35° | 6° |
| August | 13° | 25° | 81 mm | 11 | 76% | 46% | 36° | 4° |
| September | 9° | 21° | 66 mm | 10 | 76% | 49% | 33° | -1° |
| October | 4° | 14° | 72 mm | 15 | 77% | 35% | 30° | -7° |
| November | -2° | 7° | 62 mm | 14 | 76% | 29% | 24° | -22° |
| December | -7° | 0° | 66 mm | 16 | 82% | 15% | 17° | -32° |
Station: EGBERT 1 W, 21 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 2004–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Barrie climate questions
How much rain does Barrie get?
Barrie gets 778 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 160 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Barrie?
August is the wettest month in Barrie, with 81 mm. February is the driest, with 49 mm.
How many rainy days does Barrie have a year?
Barrie has about 160 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 17.
What is the hottest month in Barrie?
July is the warmest month in Barrie, with an average high of 26°C.
What is the coldest month in Barrie?
January is the coldest month in Barrie, with an average low of -11°C.
What is the record high temperature in Barrie?
Within the available 2004–2026 station history, the record high at the Barrie station is 36°C, set on August 1, 2006. The record low is -32°C, on December 20, 2004.
What is the sunniest month in Barrie?
July is the sunniest month in Barrie, with estimated sunshine of 50% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Barrie?
The first fall freeze in Barrie typically comes around October 11. The last spring freeze is around May 14.
What is the best time to visit Barrie?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.