2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Toronto in January

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

January is a good time to visit Toronto. Toronto has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 2°C, lows of -4°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.

Avg High

2°C

Avg Low

-4°C

Rainy days

9days

Daylight

9.3h

Is January a good time to visit Toronto?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:49 AM

Sunset

5:05 PM

Live January Forecast

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Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 16 days ahead
Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 2°C -4°C 9 Good
February 1°C -6°C 12 Good
March 7°C -1°C 13 Wet
April 10°C 1°C 9 Good
May 16°C 7°C 11 Excellent (best)
June 25°C 15°C 7 Excellent (best)
July 29°C 20°C 7 Good
August 27°C 18°C 15 Wet
September 22°C 13°C 11 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 6°C 16 Excellent (best)
November 11°C 4°C 9 Good
December 3°C -2°C 11 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit Toronto? +

January is typically Good for visiting Toronto, with average highs of 2°C and around 9 rainy days.

What should I pack for Toronto in January? +

With highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Toronto in January? +

Toronto typically sees around 9 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in Toronto in January? +

In January, Toronto gets approximately 9.3 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Toronto? +

No, January is not peak season in Toronto. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Toronto? +

The best months to visit Toronto are May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: America/Toronto)

Last Updated: January 2026

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