What to pack for Toronto in December
- serious winter gear: insulated coat, thermal layers
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 77%; max daily wind around 23 km/h. Snow falls on about 5 days.
How December compares
Best months in Toronto: May–September. See the full best time to visit Toronto guide.
Toronto in December: the details
In December, Toronto sees average daytime highs of 3°C (38°F) and overnight lows of -2°C (28°F). Rainfall totals roughly 81 mm across 12.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3.9 hours per day with 8.8 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 77%.
In context: December is the 10th-warmest month and the 5th-wettest in Toronto. The sunniest month is July (12.6 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 3°C / 38°F |
| Overnight low | -2°C / 28°F |
| Rainfall | 81 mm over 12.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3.9 h/day (8.8 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 77% |
| Travel score | 0.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Toronto, Canada (43.71, -79.4) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Toronto in December?
Daytime highs in Toronto in December average 3°C (38°F); nights drop to about -2°C.
Does it rain in Toronto in December?
Expect around 12.8 rainy days and 81 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Toronto?
December is a challenging month to visit Toronto — consider May–September instead. Overall travel score: 0.0/10. The best months are May–September.
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