February could be a good time to visit Toronto, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around 0°C, and there are typically 3 sunny days in February. However, expect about 12 snowy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 39 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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0°C
Avg. max. temperature
-25°C
Min.
+18°C
Max.
24 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Toronto has OK weather in February.
Average temperature in Toronto in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Toronto for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in February is +3°C with a maximum of +14°C and a minimum of -21°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from -4°C to +2°C.
Is Toronto warm or cold in February?
Toronto is typically cool in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from -1°C to 0°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from -6°C to -6°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
February is one of the coolest months in Toronto, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Toronto in February
Water in Toronto in February is Cold. It varies from 0°C to +3°C, with an average of +1°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around 0°C.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Toronto are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +22°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +1°C.
Can you swim in Toronto in February?
We would not recommend swimming in Toronto in February, the water is very cold (+1°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Toronto in February
Toronto weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
-1°C
0°C
+4°C
Min. temperature
-25°C
-25°C
-23°C
Max. temperature
+14°C
+18°C
+22°C
Rainfall
33 mm
24 mm
43 mm
Wind
5 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+2°C
+1°C
+2°C
Humidity
74%
71%
69%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
2
3
6
Cloudy days
11
11
10
Rainy days
4
3
6
Snowy days
14
12
8
February weather is still as ok as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from -1°C to 0°C during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 33 mm to 24 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 71%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 5 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in February, from 2 to 3.
March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Toronto in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 7 m/s getting up to 10 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 February, going from 7 m/s to 10 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Toronto based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 56 mm, with a 36% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 27 mm, which is moderate rain.February is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how February 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.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in Toronto based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in February is about 33 mm, with a 11% chance of snow on a typical day.
February is one of the snowiest months in Toronto.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in Toronto?
This is the weather in Toronto in February 2023:
1 February
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-4°C
2 February
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+2°C
3 February
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-1°C
4 February
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-4°C
5 February
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+5°C
6 February
☁️
+4°C
7 February
☁️
+8°C
8 February
☁️
+7°C
9 February
🌫️
+4°C
10 February
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+6°C
11 February
☀️
+2°C
12 February
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+5°C
13 February
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+9°C
14 February
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+8°C
15 February
🌧️
+14°C
16 February
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+10°C
17 February
🌨️
+1°C
18 February
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+3°C
19 February
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+8°C
20 February
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+7°C
21 February
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+6°C
22 February
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+2°C
23 February
🌨️
-3°C
24 February
🌨️
-2°C
25 February
☁️
-3°C
26 February
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+3°C
27 February
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-1°C
28 February
🌧️
+2°C
In February 2023 Toronto had 9 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +3°C, with an absolute maximum of +14°C and a minimum of -4°C. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 42%. The average wind speed was 7 m/s, with a maximum of 17 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Toronto climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Toronto in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+11°C) and the highest in 2012 (+15°C). 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 February:
Is February a good time to visit Toronto?
It’s always a good time to visit Toronto, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Toronto in February?
Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Toronto in February?
Swimming in Toronto in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Toronto rainy in February?
Toronto is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Toronto in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Toronto in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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.