Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Toronto in October
Toronto cools off: highs slip to 57°F (14°C), from 70°F in September, with lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain.
It scores 70/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 2.9 in (74 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 70/100 · Good
What October feels like
Days are mild at around 57°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 48°F (9°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.9 in (74 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (June – September).
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 7°C (13°F) from September.
- Comfort slips from 84/100 in September to 70/100.
- October sits inside the May – Oct window our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 48°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Toronto in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
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.
Bar Raval
Spanish pintxos and cocktail bar with sculpted wood interiors on College Street.
Why now October scores 70/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Art Gallery of Ontario
Frank Gehry-redesigned gallery with Canadian art and a Group of Seven collection.
Kensington Market
Bohemian blocks of vintage shops, cafés and global food counters.
Nearby in October
- Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in October~36 mi · highs 60°F, 3.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Prince Edward County in October~109 mi · highs 57°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Seneca Lake in October~133 mi · highs 60°F, 4.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Keuka Lake in October~135 mi · highs 60°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (3°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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Toronto?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 70/100 against a best of 86 in June – September. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain. October is inside the May – Oct window our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends.
How cold is Toronto in October?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Toronto in October?
Some: about 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.5 in (774 mm).
What should I pack for Toronto in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 48°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in October
- Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County May – Oct
Planning Toronto in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.