What October feels like in Toronto
October is mid-autumn in Toronto. Daytime feels cool and fresh rather than cold. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cool, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Toronto in October
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 6.9 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is close to Toronto's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 7 mm). It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in October
On 15 October the sun rises at about 7:30 am and sets around 6:36 pm local time, giving 11 h 6 min of daylight. Days are getting shorter: 1 h 29 min less daylight than in mid-September. The sun is out for roughly 63% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How October compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, October comes out as the 6th warmest month in Toronto. Against September, the average high is 6.8°C (12.2°F) lower, with 18 mm more rain. November is cooler again. November averages a high of 7.8°C (46°F).
Who October suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- 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 October
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Toronto in October?
Afternoons average 14.8°C (58.6°F) and nights about 8.4°C (47.1°F) — cool by most people's standards. It is the 6th warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Toronto in October?
Quite a lot — 83 mm spread over about 12 days.
What should I wear in Toronto in October?
Pack rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is October or November better for visiting Toronto?
October scores better on our climate ranking (#6 of 12 vs #7), rated Good against Fair. November is cooler and has fewer rainy days.