What November feels like in Toronto
In Toronto, November brings late autumn. Midday brings little warmth — expect coat-and-scarf weather from morning to evening. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cold and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Toronto in November
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. Wet days average about 5.9 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 7 mm per wet day. November is Toronto's driest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in November
On 15 November the sun rises at about 7:11 am and sets around 4:54 pm local time, giving 9 h 43 min of daylight. Compared with mid-October, the day has lost 1 h 23 min. Measured sunshine covers about 60% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How November compares to the rest of the year
In Toronto's temperature order, November sits as the 5th coolest month. Afternoons run 7°C (12.6°F) cooler than in October, with 24 mm less rain. Temperatures keep falling into December. December averages a high of 2.6°C (36.7°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Toronto in November
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Quick questions
How warm is Toronto in November?
Afternoons average 7.8°C (46°F) and nights about 1.9°C (35.4°F) — cold by most people's standards. It is the 5th coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Toronto in November?
It does: about 10 rainy days bring roughly 59 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Toronto in November?
The numbers point to rain protection and warm layers. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is November or December better for visiting Toronto?
On our 12-month climate ranking, November comes out ahead (#7 of 12 vs #12). December is cooler and has more rainy days.