Climate Insights for Zephyr

Durham Region, Greater Toronto, Canada

Hottest
July
26°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
January
-10°C low15°F low
Wettest
April
102 mm rain4 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Zephyr is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 979 mm of precipitation falls per year. Zephyr receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zephyr 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 -10°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 177cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Zephyr is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 38.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Zephyr receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zephyr 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 15°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 70in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -2°Average: -6°Min: -10°FebMax: 0°Average: -5°Min: -9°MarMax: 5°Average: 0°Min: -4°AprMax: 11°Average: 6°Min: 2°MayMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 8°JunMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 14°JulMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°AugMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°SepMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 12°OctMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 6°NovMax: 6°Average: 3°Min: -1°DecMax: 1°Average: -3°Min: -6°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°FAverage: 21°FMin: 15°FFebMax: 31°FAverage: 23°FMin: 16°FMarMax: 40°FAverage: 32°FMin: 25°FAprMax: 52°FAverage: 42°FMin: 35°FMayMax: 66°FAverage: 56°FMin: 47°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 57°FJulMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 61°FMin: 53°FOctMax: 58°FAverage: 50°FMin: 43°FNovMax: 44°FAverage: 37°FMin: 31°FDecMax: 33°FAverage: 27°FMin: 21°F
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Zephyr has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -10°C and the daily average is -6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Zephyr has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 65°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 15°F and the daily average is 21°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 70mmSnow: 39mmFebPrecipitation: 66mmSnow: 42mmMarPrecipitation: 76mmSnow: 21mmAprPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 12mmMayPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 2mmNovPrecipitation: 66mmSnow: 18mmDecPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 41mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 15inFebPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 17inMarPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 8inAprPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 7inDecPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 16in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Zephyr is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 979 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 82 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 102 mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 64 mm. That's 38 mm 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 177cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 42cm.Zephyr is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 38.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.2 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 4 in of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.5 in. That's 1.5 in 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 70in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 17in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 15km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Zephyr is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Zephyr is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-6°21°F
Feb-5°23°F
Mar0°32°F
Apr6°42°F
May13°56°F
Jun19°66°F
Jul21°70°F
Aug20°68°F
Sep16°61°F
Oct10°50°F
Nov3°37°F
Dec-3°27°F

The best time to visit Zephyr is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 88 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -10°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.The best time to visit Zephyr is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 15°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

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

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-10 °C15 °F
-2 °C28 °F
14 km/h9 mph
70 mm2.8 in
39 cm15 in
Feb
-9 °C16 °F
0 °C31 °F
15 km/h9 mph
66 mm2.6 in
42 cm17 in
Mar
-4 °C25 °F
5 °C40 °F
15 km/h9 mph
76 mm3 in
21 cm8 in
Apr
2 °C35 °F
11 °C52 °F
14 km/h9 mph
102 mm4 in
12 cm5 in
May
8 °C47 °F
19 °C66 °F
12 km/h8 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
14 °C57 °F
24 °C75 °F
12 km/h8 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C62 °F
26 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C60 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C53 °F
22 °C71 °F
11 km/h7 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
6 °C43 °F
15 °C58 °F
13 km/h8 mph
86 mm3.4 in
2 cm1 in
Nov
-1 °C31 °F
6 °C44 °F
14 km/h9 mph
66 mm2.6 in
18 cm7 in
Dec
-6 °C21 °F
1 °C33 °F
14 km/h9 mph
78 mm3.1 in
41 cm16 in