Toronto Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Toronto, Canada in January

🌡️ Avg high
1°C
🌙 Avg low
-5°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~105 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#12 of 12

January in Toronto at a glance

January in Toronto is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 1°C and nights near -5°C. It is usually the coldest month of the year in Toronto.

January is one of the wetter months in Toronto, with around 105 mm of rain - plan around showers.

What to pack for Toronto in January

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Is January a good time to visit Toronto?

🧳 January is cold in Toronto. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days.

If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Toronto are usually May, June, July, August and September.

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FAQ

How hot is Toronto in January?

In January, Toronto averages a daytime high of about 1°C and a night-time low of around -5°C, based on recent historical data. That makes it the coldest month of the year there.

Does it rain in Toronto in January?

January is one of the wetter months in Toronto, with around 105 mm of rain - plan around showers.

Is January a good time to visit Toronto?

January is cold in Toronto. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days. If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Toronto are usually May, June, July, August and September.