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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 located in the centre of the
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
Canada Square (Toronto)
Canada Square is a complex of three interconnected office buildings located at Yonge and Eglinton in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, including a small shopping concourse. The two main to
Eglinton, Ontario
Eglinton was a small farming village in York County, Ontario, Canada, located at what is today the intersection of Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue. It was first settled in the ear
Eglinton Park
Eglinton Park is a public park located in the North Toronto neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, a few blocks west of the Eglinton Subway Station. It is bounded on the south
Local food tour of Toronto
Taste the signature dishes of Toronto.

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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, Canada Square (Toronto) and Eglinton, Ontario. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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