TORONTO – WEATHER – Starting the week in the Big Smoke? It’s a mild and slightly humid Monday morning in Toronto with some sun peeking through partly cloudy skies.

With a temperature of 16°C and a hint of instability in the air, there’s a slight chance of showers this afternoon as a weak front passes through. Let’s dive into what the week holds for Toronto’s weather.

Hottest out there this week may well be the Toronto Blue Jays!

Today’s Weather Overview

Current Conditions

At 8:00 AM EDT, conditions at Toronto Pearson International Airport are partly cloudy with a temperature of 15.6°C. The dew point of 12.8°C is keeping the humidity at 83%, giving the morning air a bit of a damp, sticky feel. Winds are out of the west at 14 km/h, expected to increase to 20 km/h, gusting up to 40 km/h by late morning.

The barometric pressure is at 101.0 kPa and rising, a sign that more stable air is moving in after today’s brief chance of precipitation. Visibility is clear at 24 km.

Today’s high is expected to reach 22°C under a mix of sun and cloud. There’s a 30% chance of afternoon showers, so you might want to keep an umbrella handy just in case. The UV index is 6, which is considered high—sun protection is still important if you’re outdoors during peak hours.

Tonight, expect partly cloudy skies with a lingering 30% chance of showers early in the evening. Winds will diminish, and temperatures will drop to a comfortable low of 12°C.

A Forecast for the Week

Expected Conditions

• Tuesday, August 26: The day begins mainly cloudy with a 30% chance of showers in the afternoon as another weak system sweeps by. Winds will pick up again by late afternoon, becoming northwest 20 km/h with gusts up to 40 km/h. High temperature of 21°C. UV index will dip slightly to 5 (moderate).

  • Overnight: Skies clear out, and the low will drop to 11°C—a refreshing night for sleeping with the windows open.

• Wednesday, August 27: A return to sunny skies and pleasant conditions. High near 23°C, with light winds and dry air. Perfect for outdoor activities.

  • Night: Remaining clear with a low of 14°C.

• Thursday, August 28: Clouds build back in, bringing a more overcast feel to the day, but still mild with a high of 23°C.

  • Night: A 60% chance of rain develops overnight with cloudy periods and a low near 12°C.

Wardrobe Recommendations

• Today: A light jacket or sweater is ideal for the morning, especially with the gusty breeze. Dress in layers to adjust as the temperature climbs into the low 20s. Keep a compact umbrella or rain jacket handy.

• Tuesday: Overcast conditions mean layers are best. A windbreaker is useful, especially with afternoon gusts and possible light rain.

• Wednesday: Bring out your sunglasses and lighter clothing—ideal for a sunny late summer day.

• Thursday: Dress for overcast skies with a possible damp finish to the day. A light rain jacket may come in handy overnight.

Weather Trivia

Did you know? Toronto holds the record for its highest August temperature at 38.3°C, set on August 25, 1948. While we’re far from those sweltering heights today, August in Toronto can still surprise with bursts of heat and humidity—even as we head toward September.