Canada Toronto Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Toronto is Moderate
February is Moderate for Toronto.
February brings slightly longer daylight than January + final week of Winterlicious + Family Day holiday. -7 to 0°C + 4.5 sunshine hours + snow continues. Top family season — Family Day (second Monday, BC provincial holiday) gives museum/zoo/aquarium family discounts.
Toronto International Boat Show (mid-February) + Canadian International Auto Show (late February) are top indoor exhibitions. Hotels slightly up from January.
Travel score
Winter tail + Family Day + Winterlicious final week — slightly more sunshine than January
February Weather at a Glance
February averages 32°F / 0°C highs and 19°F / -7°C lows with snow continuing. 4.5 sunshine hours (still year's low) but daylight noticeably lengthens by month-end. Possible -20°C cold snaps. The shortest month wraps Winterlicious and adds Family Day (Ontario provincial holiday, second Monday of February — museums + zoos + aquariums offer family discounts).
February Travel Advice
Same layering as January — heavy down parka + waterproof boots + beanie + gloves. Family Day (second Monday of February) gives ROM + AGO + Hockey Hall of Fame + Casa Loma + Royal Ontario Museum family discounts. Toronto International Boat Show (mid-February) + Canadian International Auto Show (late February) are the year's top indoor exhibitions. PATH underground still essential.
Flying In from Overseas
Same low international demand as January. Direct flights from Seoul CAD 950-1,400 (Korean Air KE73, Air Canada AC062). Tokyo CAD 900-1,350. Sydney CAD 1,400-1,900 (no direct, via Vancouver). London CAD 600-900. Family Day weekend adds slight domestic Canadian travel uptick — Ontario residents take long weekends.
February Pricing Trends
Family Day weekend hotels +10-15% Friday-Monday. Otherwise pricing identical to January lows: Downtown 4-star CAD 200-380/night, Yorkville luxury CAD 400-700, boutique CAD 150-280. Winterlicious final week (first week of February) — last chance for Michelin-tier restaurants at prix-fixe pricing.
Toronto February Weather Stats
Avg High
0°C
Avg Low
-7°C
Rainy Days
11
47mm total
Sunshine
4.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
71%
Dry
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
17 km/h
Gusts 38
Sea Temp
1°C
Not swimmable
Snow Days
14
Monthly avg
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Expect about 14 snow days this month. Bring slip-resistant shoes and warm gear.
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
-5°C
Nighttime
-14°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
17 km/h
Max gust 38 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Winterlicious final week + Family Day holiday
- Boat Show + Auto Show
- Slightly more sunshine than January
Cons
- Bitter cold -7 to 0°C
- Snow + ice
- Family Day hotels 10-15% up
February Events & Festivals
- Winterlicious — early February (extended from late January)
- Family Day (holiday, second Monday)
- Toronto International Boat Show — mid-February
Toronto in February — Full Picture
February brings slightly longer daylight than January + final week of Winterlicious + Family Day holiday. -7 to 0°C + 4.5 sunshine hours + snow continues. Top family season — Family Day (second Monday, BC provincial holiday) gives museum/zoo/aquarium family discounts.
Toronto International Boat Show (mid-February) + Canadian International Auto Show (late February) are top indoor exhibitions. Hotels slightly up from January.
PATH underground + Maple Leafs + Raptors season peak.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Similar bitter cold to January. Heavy down parka + waterproof boots + beanie essential.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
11°C
2.3°C
12.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
25.7°C
15.3°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
14.3°C
6.3°C
11/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current0°C
-6.7°C
11.7/mo
Toronto Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1° | -8° | 12d·51mm | 3.5h | 73% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 0° | -7° | 11d·47mm | 4.5h | 71% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | -3° | 12d·56mm | 5.5h | 68% | 3 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 2° | 13d·70mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 18° | 8° | 13d·80mm | 8h | 64% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 24° | 13° | 11d·75mm | 9.5h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 27° | 17° | 11d·70mm | 10h | 65% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 26° | 16° | 10d·80mm | 9.5h | 67% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 22° | 12° | 11d·75mm | 8h | 70% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| 14° | 6° | 11d·65mm | 6.5h | 73% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 1° | 11d·65mm | 4h | 75% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 1° | -5° | 12d·55mm | 3h | 75% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Toronto February Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Toronto?
Toronto in February is Moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Toronto in February?
Toronto February averages a high of 0°C and a low of -7°C.
Does it rain much in Toronto in February?
Toronto February averages 47mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Toronto in February?
Similar bitter cold to January. Heavy down parka + waterproof boots + beanie essential.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Toronto in February?
Toronto February sunrise is 07:15 and sunset is 17:45, with 10h 30m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Toronto in February?
Toronto February air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Toronto in February?
In February, Toronto is great for Boat + Auto Show, Winterlicious, Family Day museums.
Is February peak season in Toronto?
Toronto February crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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