Month guide · Toronto · Canada
Toronto in August
What August is really like in Toronto: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Dillan Payne, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Quick answer
August is one of the best months to visit Toronto. Expect average highs of 26°C (79°F), lows of 17°C (63°F), about 9 rainy days and roughly 14 hours of daylight. Summer continues; the Caribbean Carnival parade and the CNE fair draw huge crowds.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 26°C (79°F) / 17°C (63°F)
- Rainy days
- About 9
- Daylight
- About 14 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in August
August is the 2nd-warmest month in Toronto: days average 26°C (79°F) against a yearly average high of 13°C (55°F), and nights fall to about 17°C (63°F). Rain falls on roughly 9 of its 31 days. Compared with July (27°C (81°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs drop to around 21°C (70°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 06:22
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 20:22
- Daylight
- About 14 hours
Summer (June–August). Warm to hot and humid, with long days, lake beaches, the islands and festivals such as Pride, the Caribbean Carnival and the CNE.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 5 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: August is one of the pricier months.
Events in August
- Toronto Caribbean Carnival grand parade (usually the Civic Holiday weekend in early August)
- Canadian National Exhibition — late-summer fair (mid-August to Labour Day)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in August
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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Street · Queen West
Graffiti Alley
Rush Lane, running behind Queen Street West between Spadina Avenue and Portland Street, is an alley of about a kilometre covered in murals and graffiti that change constantly.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Photo spot
- Off the beaten path
Museum · Don Mills
Aga Khan Museum
It is about 25 minutes by car from downtown, so plan lunch at the museum and time in the gardens.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Art
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
Garden · Garden District
Allan Gardens Conservatory
This downtown park's conservatory, centred on a domed 1910 Palm House, links six greenhouses of tropical plants, cacti and seasonal flower displays, and entry is free.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Rainy day
- Nature
- Off the beaten path
Landmark · Entertainment District
CN Tower
Go about an hour before sunset to see the city by day and lit up, and skip it on hazy or low-cloud days.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Views
- Kids
- After dark
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 26°C, lows near 17°C and 9 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Toronto?
One of the best months to visit Toronto, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are May–July and September–October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Toronto?
It is one of the best months to visit Toronto. Summer continues; the Caribbean Carnival parade and the CNE fair draw huge crowds.
+How warm is Toronto in August?
Average highs are around 26°C (79°F) and lows around 17°C (63°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Toronto in August?
Expect rain on about 9 days of the month.