Cambridge, Ontario Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Cambridge, Ontario gets 885 mm of precipitation a year over about 124 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and January the coldest (average low -9°C).

Cambridge climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Cambridge, Ontario has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -2°C in January to 26°C in July. July is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Cambridge get?

Cambridge gets 885 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 124 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 53% of Canada.

July is the wettest month, with 94 mm. February is the driest, with 53 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to June 10, 2023.

Does it snow in Cambridge?

The snowiest winter on record is 2008–09, with 235 cm.

The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on March 22, 2024.

Cambridge weather by month

Cambridge weather in January

In January, Cambridge averages a high of -2°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The January record high is 14°C (2005) and the record low is -32°C (1976).

Cambridge weather in February

In February, Cambridge averages a high of -1°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The February record high is 16°C (2017) and the record low is -32°C (2015).

Cambridge weather in March

In March, Cambridge averages a high of 4°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2012) and the record low is -28°C (2003).

Cambridge weather in April

In April, Cambridge averages a high of 12°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (1990) and the record low is -12°C (1995).

Cambridge weather in May

In May, Cambridge averages a high of 19°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2012) and the record low is -5°C (2008). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Cambridge weather in June

In June, Cambridge averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (1988) and the record low is 1°C (1980). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Cambridge weather in July

In July, Cambridge averages a high of 26°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 94 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (1988) and the record low is 6°C (2001).

Cambridge weather in August

In August, Cambridge averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2001) and the record low is 3°C (1982). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Cambridge weather in September

In September, Cambridge averages a high of 22°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (1973) and the record low is -3°C (1973). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Cambridge weather in October

In October, Cambridge averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The October record high is 30°C (2007) and the record low is -8°C (1976).

Cambridge weather in November

In November, Cambridge averages a high of 7°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (2022) and the record low is -18°C (2018).

Cambridge weather in December

In December, Cambridge averages a high of 1°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The December record high is 18°C (1982) and the record low is -27°C (2004).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Cambridge

July is the sunniest month in Cambridge, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 18%. Over the year the sun shines about 37% of daylight hours. Cambridge is sunnier than 60% of Canada.

Humidity peaks in January at 79% and is lowest in May at 61%.

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

First and last freeze in Cambridge

The first fall freeze in Cambridge typically comes around October 4, and the last spring freeze around May 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 149 days.

Cambridge weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Cambridge station is 37°C, on June 25, 1988. The coldest is -32°C, on February 16, 2015.

The wettest day on record brought 97 mm of rain, on July 10, 2008.

36 all-time records have been set at the station since 1972.

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

The best time to visit Cambridge

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -1°C and lows near -8°C. Snow is possible.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 1°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.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January71 mm1279%18%14°-32°
February53 mm972%30%16°-32°
March55 mm967%33%27°-28°
April82 mm1163%36%29°-12°
May73 mm1061%43%33°-5°
June81 mm1164%48%37°
July94 mm1170%50%37°
August77 mm1073%48%37°
September80 mm974%50%34°-3°
October84 mm1275%38%30°-8°
November71 mm1173%36%23°-18°
December65 mm1178%18%18°-27°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Cambridge climate questions

How much rain does Cambridge get?

Cambridge gets 885 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 124 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Cambridge?

July is the wettest month in Cambridge, with 94 mm. February is the driest, with 53 mm.

How many rainy days does Cambridge have a year?

Cambridge has about 124 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Cambridge?

July is the warmest month in Cambridge, with an average high of 26°C.

What is the coldest month in Cambridge?

January is the coldest month in Cambridge, with an average low of -9°C.

What is the record high temperature in Cambridge?

The record high at the Cambridge station is 37°C, set on June 25, 1988. The record low is -32°C, on February 16, 2015.

What is the sunniest month in Cambridge?

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

When is the first frost in Cambridge?

The first fall freeze in Cambridge typically comes around October 4. The last spring freeze is around May 8.

What is the best time to visit Cambridge?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ROSEVILLE (13 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ROSEVILLE.