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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto in August

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. The best months for Toronto are June, July, August and September. In August, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest.
Avg temp
21°C
Rainfall
72 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In August, Toronto is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 21°C with about 72mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Toronto in August

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Eglinton station
Eglinton is a Toronto subway station serving Line 1 Yonge–University and Line 5 Eglinton in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Located on Eglinton Avenue, it is situated in the centre of th
Yonge–Eglinton
Yonge–Eglinton is a neighbourhood in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, centred around the intersection of Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue. It is the central section of Midtown Toronto, on
Avenue station
Avenue is an underground Toronto subway station on Line 5 Eglinton in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The station is located on Eglinton Avenue between Avenue Road and Highbourne Road. I
Local food tour of Toronto
Taste the signature dishes of Toronto.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Toronto in August: FAQ

Is August a good time to visit Toronto?+

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. Toronto's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Toronto in August?+

Expect average temperatures around 21°C. Rainfall averages about 72mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Toronto in August?+

Based on the typical August weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Toronto in August?+

Popular things to do include Eglinton station, Yonge–Eglinton, Avenue station and Local food tour of Toronto. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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