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Toronto weather in December

Long-run climate averages for Toronto, Ontario in December, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

December at a glance

In December, Toronto averages 4°C by day and -1°C at night. The wettest month is usually April.

December in Toronto averages a daytime high of 4°C and an overnight low of -1°C, which reads as cold for this part of the world. It is among the three coldest months of the year here. Overnight temperatures drop below freezing, so expect frost and pack accordingly. Across the whole year Toronto sees roughly 969 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Toronto forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Toronto weather by month

what to expect in Toronto through the year

Here is Toronto's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Toronto by season.

Jan
-4°
Cold
Feb
-5°
Cold
Mar
-2°
Cold
Apr
12°
Cool
Wettest
May
18°
Mild
Jun
23°
15°
Warm
Jul
26°
17°
Warm
Aug
24°
16°
Warm
Sep
22°
15°
Warm
Oct
16°
Mild
Nov
Cool
Dec
-1°
Cold

Common questions

How warm is Toronto in December?
Toronto averages a daytime high of 4°C in December, with overnight lows around -1°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is December a good time to visit Toronto?
The most comfortable time to visit Toronto is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest April rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Toronto in December?
The wettest month in Toronto is usually April. Across the year the city sees roughly 969 mm of precipitation.

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