# Climate Insights for Niagara Falls

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/ca/niagara-falls/1187785113): Regional Municipality of Niagara, Ontario, Canada*

The climate in Niagara Falls is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1041mm of precipitation falls per year. Niagara Falls receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Niagara Falls is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 143cm accumulating over the season.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** July (peak 26°C)
- **Coldest month:** January (low -4°C)
- **Wettest month:** April (108 mm)
- **Best time to visit:** June, August, September

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Niagara Falls based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

| Month | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | -4 | 1 | -2 | 83 | 5 | 36 |
| Feb | -4 | 2 | -1 | 79 | 5 | 39 |
| Mar | 0 | 6 | 2 | 83 | 5 | 18 |
| Apr | 4 | 11 | 7 | 108 | 4 | 8 |
| May | 10 | 18 | 14 | 82 | 4 | 0 |
| Jun | 16 | 23 | 19 | 76 | 4 | 0 |
| Jul | 19 | 26 | 23 | 101 | 3 | 0 |
| Aug | 19 | 25 | 22 | 87 | 3 | 0 |
| Sep (current) | 15 | 22 | 18 | 68 | 3 | 0 |
| Oct | 10 | 16 | 12 | 107 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3 | 9 | 6 | 78 | 5 | 12 |
| Dec | -1 | 3 | 1 | 89 | 5 | 29 |

## Temperature

Temperatures in Niagara Falls vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

## Precipitation

Niagara Falls is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1041mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 108mm of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 68mm. That's 41mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 143cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 39cm.

## Wind

Niagara Falls is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

## Seasons

Currently it is **summer** (astronomical) / **fall** (meteorological) in Niagara Falls.
Autumn begins September 23, 2026 (14 days from now).

| Season | Begins |
| --- | --- |
| Spring | March 20 |
| Summer | June 21 |
| Autumn | September 23 |
| Winter | December 21 |

It is currently summer in Niagara Falls, which began on June 21, 2026. Niagara Falls is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -4°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (14 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from 0 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 273mm for the season, averaging 91mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

### Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 264mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from 3 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 254mm for the season, averaging 85mm per month. Expect around 13cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

### Winter

Temperatures range from -4 to 3°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 250mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Expect around 104cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

## Best time to visit

Recommended months: June, August, September.

The best time to visit Niagara Falls is during June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 77mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -4°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.