01Weather
Toronto weather in February
Afternoons in February average 2.2 °C (36 °F) and nights cool to -5.1 °C (23 °F). The month brings about 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain spread over roughly 10 days. Compared with January it is 1.7 °C warmer; March is 3.9 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical February | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 9 °C / 49 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | -5 °C / 23 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | -12 °C / 11 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 25.1 | frost mornings per month |
| Days with snow cover | 29.5 | snow depth ≥ 1 cm, per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 34 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest February day 2016–2025 | 19.1 °C / -24.7 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 February | 07:33 | 17:28 | 9.9 h |
| 15 February | 07:15 | 17:47 | 10.5 h |
| 28 February | 06:55 | 18:04 | 11.1 h |
Daylight grows by about 72 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/Toronto).
03Crowds
How busy Toronto is in February
quiet The main sights are quiet in February. What drives it:
- Family Day long weekend
- Winterlicious
- coldest weeks
04Public holidays
Public holidays in February 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 15 Feb 2027 | Family Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Toronto in February
Every year in February
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Family Day | third Monday of February | holiday |
07Packing
What to pack for Toronto in February
- a winter coat, gloves and a hat
- thermal layer for early mornings
- waterproof shoes
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- gloves: frost on about 25 mornings
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
February stays bitterly cold, with afternoons around minus one and snow likely on about nine days, and the Family Day long weekend on the third Monday brings Ontarians to the Science Centre and the Aquarium. Winterlicious continues into the first week. It is excellent value, and the Art Gallery of Ontario and the ROM are uncrowded on weekdays. The Light Festival continues in the Distillery District.
The Toronto Islands are reachable by the winter ferry and empty. Daylight passes ten and a half hours by month-end. Hockey and basketball fill the arena. The Kensington Market and St Lawrence Market are the indoor browsing. For the thaw, March break and St Patrick's Day, see March.
09Compare
Toronto month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0 °C | -6 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| February | 2 °C | -5 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| March | 6 °C | -1 °C | 8 | – | quiet | Good |
| April | 12 °C | 4 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Good |
| May | 19 °C | 10 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 25 °C | 15 °C | 9 | – | busy | Excellent |
| July | 28 °C | 19 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 27 °C | 18 °C | 6 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 23 °C | 15 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 16 °C | 8 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Good |
| November | 8 °C | 2 °C | 8 | – | quiet | Good |
| December | 3 °C | -3 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Mixed |
Not sure about February? See the best time to visit Toronto.
10Elsewhere
February in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| New York City in February | 8 °C | 9 |
| Orlando in February | 25 °C | 3 |
| Miami in February | 27 °C | 5 |
| Cancún in February | 28 °C | – |
| Las Vegas in February | 17 °C | 0 |
| Vancouver in February | 7 °C | 16 |
11FAQ
Toronto in February: your questions
Is February a good time to visit Toronto?
February is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit Toronto. Daytime highs average 2 °C (36 °F), rain falls on about 10 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in Toronto in February?
Expect cold days around 2 °C (36 °F) and nights near -5 °C (23 °F). One February in ten brings afternoons above 9 °C, and one in ten stays below -5 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Toronto in February?
February brings about 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain over roughly 10 days, which is showery by Toronto standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 34 percent.
What should I wear in Toronto in February?
Pack a winter coat, gloves and a hat, thermal layer for early mornings, waterproof shoes.
Is Toronto crowded in February?
The main sights are quiet in February. Main drivers: Family Day long weekend; Winterlicious; coldest weeks.
What time does it get dark in Toronto in February?
Around the middle of February the sun sets at about 17:47 and rises at 07:15, giving 10.5 hours of daylight.