Late summer · Weather & things to do
Toronto in August
Little changes in Toronto from July: highs stay near 76°F (25°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), and about 2.3 in (59 mm) of rain falls.
At 86/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 2.3 in (59 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 48 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What August feels like
Warm afternoons near 76°F (25°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 66°F (19°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.3 in (59 mm) for the month.
Plan around August
August is one of Toronto's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 83/100 in July to 86/100.
- August sits inside the May – Oct window our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Toronto in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Toronto Islands
Car-free islands reached by ferry, with beaches, bike paths and skyline views.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer afternoon.
Art Gallery of Ontario
Frank Gehry-redesigned gallery with Canadian art and a Group of Seven collection.
St. Lawrence Market
Historic food hall with butchers, cheesemongers and the peameal bacon sandwich.
Royal Ontario Museum
Natural history and world culture museum with dinosaur galleries and the Crystal facade.
Kensington Market
Bohemian blocks of vintage shops, cafés and global food counters.
Nearby in August
- Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in August~36 mi · highs 80°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Prince Edward County in August~109 mi · highs 78°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Seneca Lake in August~133 mi · highs 82°F, 3.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Keuka Lake in August~135 mi · highs 82°F, 3.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Toronto in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Toronto?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 2.3 in (59 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Oct window our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends.
How hot is Toronto in August?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Toronto in August?
Not much: about 2.3 in (59 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.5 in (774 mm).
What should I pack for Toronto in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in August
- Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County May – Oct
Planning Toronto in August?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.