Barrie, Ontario Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Barrie get?

Barrie gets 977 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 178 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 90% of Canada.

January is the wettest month, with 94 mm. March is the driest, with 60 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 21.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to October 4, 2023.

Does it snow in Barrie?

The snowiest winter on record is 2000–01, with 424 cm.

The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on April 24, 2024.

Barrie weather by month

Barrie weather in January

In January, Barrie averages a high of -3°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 94 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The January record high is 12°C (2005) and the record low is -37°C (1981).

Barrie weather in February

In February, Barrie averages a high of -2°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The February record high is 16°C (2017) and the record low is -36°C (1979).

Barrie weather in March

In March, Barrie averages a high of 3°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2012) and the record low is -34°C (2003).

Barrie weather in April

In April, Barrie averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (2002) and the record low is -14°C (1982).

Barrie weather in May

In May, Barrie averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2012) and the record low is -4°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 88 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The June record high is 34°C (1994) and the record low is 0°C (2017). 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 15°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The July record high is 35°C (2018) and the record low is 3°C (1986). 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 14°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2001) and the record low is 3°C (1986). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Barrie weather in September

In September, Barrie averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1989). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Barrie weather in October

In October, Barrie averages a high of 13°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2023) and the record low is -8°C (1976).

Barrie weather in November

In November, Barrie averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The November record high is 25°C (2020) 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 -6°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The December record high is 19°C (1982) and the record low is -33°C (1980).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Barrie

July is the sunniest month in Barrie, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 14%. Over the year the sun shines about 35% of daylight hours. Barrie is cloudier than 63% of Canada.

Humidity peaks in January at 82% and is lowest in May at 63%.

Barrie has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Barrie is hotter than 50% of Canada.

First and last freeze in Barrie

The first fall freeze in Barrie typically comes around October 9, and the last spring freeze around May 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 152 days.

Barrie weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Barrie station is 36°C, on August 8, 2001. The coldest is -37°C, on January 4, 1981.

The wettest day on record brought 103 mm of rain, on June 2, 1995.

37 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1973.

The best time to visit Barrie

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -2°C and lows near -10°C. Snow is possible.

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 14°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 5°C.

Barrie climate questions

How much rain does Barrie get?

Barrie gets 977 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 178 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Barrie?

January is the wettest month in Barrie, with 94 mm. March is the driest, with 60 mm.

How many rainy days does Barrie have a year?

Barrie has about 178 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 21.

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?

The record high at the Barrie station is 36°C, set on August 8, 2001. The record low is -37°C, on January 4, 1981.

What is the sunniest month in Barrie?

July is the sunniest month in Barrie, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Barrie?

The first fall freeze in Barrie typically comes around October 9. The last spring freeze is around May 10.

What is the best time to visit Barrie?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.