Weather for Toronto in August is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +77°F during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 11 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in August around 68 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
August is usually the hottest month of the year in Toronto;
Average weather
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+77°F
Avg. max. temperature
+48°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
68 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Toronto has good weather in August.
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Average temperature in Toronto in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Toronto for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in August is +77°F with a maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +52°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +72°F.
Is Toronto warm or cold in August?
Toronto is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +77°F to +77°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +64°F to +64°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is the hottest month in Toronto, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Toronto in August
Water in Toronto in August is Comfortable. It varies from +69°F to +76°F, with an average of +72°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +77°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Toronto are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +72°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +35°F.
Can you swim in Toronto in August?
The water in Toronto in August is pretty comfortable (+72°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
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Climate in Toronto in August
Toronto weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+77°F
+77°F
+70°F
Min. temperature
+48°F
+48°F
+37°F
Max. temperature
+99°F
+95°F
+91°F
Rainfall
74 mm
68 mm
81 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+71°F
+72°F
+68°F
Humidity
71%
73%
74%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1015 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
9
9
9
Cloudy days
7
7
7
Rainy days
11
11
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as good as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +77°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 74 mm to 68 mm.Humidity rises from 71% to 73%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 9 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Toronto in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Toronto is gradually increasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Toronto based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 102 mm, with a 48% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Toronto wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 93 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 24 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Toronto?
This is the weather in Toronto in August 2023:
1 August
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+74°F
2 August
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+76°F
3 August
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+84°F
4 August
☁️
+81°F
5 August
☀️
+77°F
6 August
☀️
+76°F
7 August
🌧️
+76°F
8 August
☁️
+76°F
9 August
☀️
+84°F
10 August
☀️
+81°F
11 August
☁️
+77°F
12 August
🌧️
+84°F
13 August
☁️
+78°F
14 August
☀️
+75°F
15 August
🌧️
+73°F
16 August
☁️
+81°F
17 August
☀️
+79°F
18 August
🌧️
+74°F
19 August
☀️
+79°F
20 August
☁️
+82°F
21 August
☁️
+80°F
22 August
☀️
+76°F
23 August
🌧️
+70°F
24 August
☁️
+72°F
25 August
☁️
+77°F
26 August
☁️
+74°F
27 August
☀️
+72°F
28 August
☀️
+72°F
29 August
☀️
+76°F
30 August
☁️
+70°F
31 August
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+72°F
In August 2023 Toronto had 13 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +77°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +70°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 47%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Toronto climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Toronto in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+51°F) and the highest in 2012 (+59°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 432 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1271 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Toronto in August:
Is August a good time to visit Toronto?
August is a really good time to go to Toronto. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Toronto.
Can you sunbathe in Toronto in August?
August is warm in Toronto. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Toronto in August?
Yes, the water temperature in Toronto in August is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +72°F.
Is Toronto rainy in August?
Toronto is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Toronto in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Toronto in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Toronto in August?
The normal prices to fly to Toronto is $537 - $537. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Toronto, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
