Toronto, Ontario Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Toronto, Ontario gets 788 mm of precipitation a year over about 150 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 27°C) and January the coldest (average low -7°C).

Toronto climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Toronto, Ontario has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 0°C in January to 27°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Toronto get?

Toronto gets 788 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 150 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 72% of Canada.

June is the wettest month, with 79 mm. March is the driest, with 50 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 14 days, to October 28, 2024.

Toronto weather by month

Toronto weather in January

In January, Toronto averages a high of 0°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The January record high is 15°C (2005) and the record low is -23°C (2005).

Toronto weather in February

In February, Toronto averages a high of 0°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The February record high is 19°C (2017) and the record low is -25°C (2015).

Toronto weather in March

In March, Toronto averages a high of 5°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The March record high is 24°C (2012) and the record low is -23°C (2003).

Toronto weather in April

In April, Toronto averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The April record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -8°C (2003).

Toronto weather in May

In May, Toronto averages a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2006) and the record low is -2°C (2020). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toronto weather in June

In June, Toronto averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2025) and the record low is 7°C (2003).

Toronto weather in July

In July, Toronto averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°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 38°C (2011) and the record low is 12°C (2024).

Toronto weather in August

In August, Toronto averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2006) and the record low is 11°C (2004). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toronto weather in September

In September, Toronto averages a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2016) and the record low is 6°C (2003). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toronto weather in October

In October, Toronto averages a high of 15°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The October record high is 31°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (2020).

Toronto weather in November

In November, Toronto averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (2022) and the record low is -13°C (2014).

Toronto weather in December

In December, Toronto averages a high of 3°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (2021) and the record low is -23°C (2004).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Toronto

July is the sunniest month in Toronto, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 20%. Over the year the sun shines about 38% of daylight hours. Toronto is sunnier than 68% of Canada.

Humidity peaks in December at 78% and is lowest in May at 65%.

Toronto has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Toronto is hotter than 76% of Canada.

First and last freeze in Toronto

The first fall freeze in Toronto typically comes around November 6, and the last spring freeze around April 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 206 days.

Toronto weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Toronto station is 38°C, on July 21, 2011. The coldest is -25°C, on February 15, 2015.

The wettest day on record brought 110 mm of rain, on July 16, 2024.

The best time to visit Toronto

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 1°C and lows near -5°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 17°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 8°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January61 mm1677%20%-16°15°-23°
February55 mm1370%33%-17°19°-25°
March50 mm1367%34%-17°24°-23°
April75 mm1466%36%-16°27°-8°
May66 mm1365%44%-13°32°-2°
June79 mm1266%47%-10°37°
July77 mm1171%50%-7°38°12°
August64 mm973%48%-6°37°11°
September62 mm974%50%-7°34°
October72 mm1375%39%-10°31°-3°
November64 mm1374%37%-13°23°-13°
December63 mm1578%20%-16°16°-23°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Toronto climate questions

How much rain does Toronto get?

Toronto gets 788 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 150 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Toronto?

June is the wettest month in Toronto, with 79 mm. March is the driest, with 50 mm.

How many rainy days does Toronto have a year?

Toronto has about 150 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Toronto?

July is the warmest month in Toronto, with an average high of 27°C.

What is the coldest month in Toronto?

January is the coldest month in Toronto, with an average low of -7°C.

What is the record high temperature in Toronto?

The record high at the Toronto station is 38°C, set on July 21, 2011. The record low is -25°C, on February 15, 2015.

What is the sunniest month in Toronto?

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

When is the first frost in Toronto?

The first fall freeze in Toronto typically comes around November 6. The last spring freeze is around April 14.

What is the best time to visit Toronto?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station TORONTO CITY (4 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station TORONTO CITY.