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Danforth
Toronto county · Canada
Danforth lies in Ontario, Canada. By our climate data, the best time to visit is June–August. The warmest month is July, with average highs of 27°C (80°F); the sea is warmest in August at about 21°C (70°F).
The best months to visit are June–August.
The sea is warmest in August, at about 21°C (70°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): August.
July is the hottest month, with highs around 27°C (80°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around -9°C (16°F).
The wettest month is December, with rain on about 12 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 9.1 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 85% of places in Canada.
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16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 10°
- Humidity
- 81%
- Wind
- 9 km/h N
- Gusts
- 19 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 4%
- Pressure
- 1025 hPa
- UV index
- 3 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:40 / 18:21
Next 48 hours
Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.
Best time to visit Danforth
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | -2° | -1° | 4° | 11° | 18° | 23° | 27° | 25° | 21° | 14° | 8° | 2° |
| Average low | -9° | -8° | -4° | 2° | 8° | 13° | 17° | 16° | 12° | 6° | 1° | -5° |
| Sea temperature | 4° | 3° | 3° | 4° | 7° | 15° | 20° | 21° | 19° | 13° | 8° | 5° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 53 | 50 | 53 | 71 | 77 | 73 | 75 | 83 | 87 | 69 | 83 | 67 |
| Rain days | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 12 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 3 | 3.9 | 4.8 | 6.2 | 7.4 | 8.5 | 9.1 | 7.9 | 6 | 4.6 | 2.6 | 2.2 |
| Daylight (h) | 9.3 | 10.4 | 11.8 | 13.4 | 14.7 | 15.4 | 15.1 | 14 | 12.4 | 10.9 | 9.6 | 8.9 |
| Humidity (%) | 79 | 78 | 75 | 69 | 68 | 70 | 70 | 74 | 77 | 77 | 80 | 81 |
| Wind (km/h) | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 18 |
| Go score | 15 | 19 | 19 | 37 | 66 | 83 | 86 | 84 | 77 | 48 | 17 | 10 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Danforth, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach & swimming | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Poor |
| Skiing | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair |
| Diving & snorkelling | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Beach & swimming — Good: sea ≥ 24 °C, highs ≥ 26 °C and at most 6 rain days (or under 40 mm of rain in the month). Fair: sea ≥ 21 °C, highs ≥ 23 °C and at most 10 rain days (or under 80 mm).
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Skiing — Only with ski resorts within 40 km. Good: daytime highs at resort altitude at or below freezing.
- Diving & snorkelling — Good: sea ≥ 25 °C in a dry spell. Fair: ≥ 22 °C, or ≥ 20 °C near known dive sites.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Danforth: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Danforth: sea water temperature
August
Average sea temperature by month
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Festivals and events around Danforth
Recurring festivals and celebrations nearby, month by month.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Danforth: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 120 V · 60 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Canadian Dollar
CAD · $
1 USD ≈ 1.403 CAD
- Languages
- English, French
- Calling code
- +1
- Emergency911
- Meal, casual restaurantCA$28.00≈ $20.00
- CappuccinoCA$6.50≈ $4.60
- Beer (0.5 l)CA$9.70≈ $6.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)CA$2.90≈ $2.00
- Taxi, 5 kmCA$20.00≈ $15.00
- Public transport ticketCA$3.70≈ $2.60
- Mid-range hotel, per nightCA$215≈ $155
Estimated from Canada’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 90% of US levels.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to Danforth
Nearest airports
- YTZBilly Bishop Toronto City AirportToronto8 km
- YYZToronto Pearson International AirportToronto24 km
- YCMNiagara District AirportNiagara-on-the-Lake56 km
- IAGNiagara Falls International AirportNiagara Falls71 km
- YHMJohn C. Munro Hamilton International AirportHamilton75 km
- BUFBuffalo Niagara International AirportBuffalo96 km
Distances
- Ottawa346 km 5 h 60
- Montréal498 km 8 h 38 · 1 h 17
- Calgary2,714 km 47 h 02 · 4 h 08
- Edmonton2,706 km 46 h 54 · 4 h 07
- Winnipeg1,517 km 26 h 17 · 2 h 36
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Hotels in Danforth
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Danforth?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Danforth is June–August.
What is the weather like in Danforth in October?
In October, Danforth averages a high of 14°C (57°F) and a low of 6°C (43°F), with 69 mm of rain on about 11 days.
How warm is the sea in Danforth?
The sea is warmest in August (about 21°C (70°F)). Swimming season: August.
What is the rainiest month in Danforth?
December, with rain on about 12 days.
What is the nearest airport to Danforth?
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), about 24 km away.
What power plugs are used in Canada?
Plug types A, B, at 120 V.
What currency is used in Canada?
Canadian Dollar (CAD).
What is the emergency number in Canada?
911.
Is Canada safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Danforth most crowded?
The busiest months are June–September.
When is Danforth least crowded?
The quietest months are November–March.
What time zone is Danforth in?
America/Toronto (UTC-4).
What is the population of Danforth?
About 9,666.