Amelie CameronHere Comes the Spring!
Toronto weather in April is somewhat unpredictable. Winter is over and it’s early spring in the Toronto. But still it is a bit cold, at least during night and early morning. And if you plan to go outdoor, you must need a good jacket and clothing that can be layered. There might be also few flurries, especially in the first few days of the month.
But in the later part of the month, temperature warms up and you will find a mix of sunny and cloudy days.
Toronto also gets a large amount of rainfall in April. Melting snow and spring showers results in wet and muddy conditions but at the same time help the new blossoms to flourish.
April Toronto Weather : Facts and Figures
If you are planning to visit Toronto during April, here are some numbers you should keep in mind.
Average High Temperature: 11.3 °C / 52 °F
Average Low Temperature: 3.8 °C / 39 °F
Record High Temperature: 32.2 °C / 90 °F
Record Low Temperature: -15.0 °C / -5 °F
Average Precipitation: 70 mm
Snow Fall: 6 cm
Wet Days: 11
Top April Activities in Toronto
April in Toronto is pretty good time for visitors. Streets are not yet crowded and hotels are not fully packed. You may find very good deals on Toronto hotels in April.
Here are best activities and events for enjoying Toronto April weather.
1). Cherry Blossom at High Park: High Park is literally jam-packed with thousands of visitors flocking to the park to enjoy the breathtaking cherry blossoms. If you want to admire this amazing spring phenomenon, your best bet is to visit the park in late April or early May.
2). Toronto Blue Jays season opener: Blue Jays returns to Rogers Centre for their regular season. If you are a baseball fan, come out at Rogers Centre and enjoy the game live, in-person.
3). HotDocs Canadian International Documentary Festival: The festival offers incredible documentaries on wide range of subjects. Enjoy some great documentaries which suite your interest.
4). If it is raining, visit some of great Toronto museums and art galleries. Do some shopping.
5). Take advantage of some end of the season ski deals and discounts.
What to Pack for Toronto in April
Winter is officially over, but still it might be cold in Toronto. So pack lots of layers to feel comfortable. Do not miss your umbrella, you never know when you need it.
Here is a short list of what to pack for month of April.
- Jeans, long pants; long sleeve t-shirts and shirts; hoodies/sweatshirts; light jacket and fleece
- Closed-toe, waterproof shoes or boots
- Umbrella and sunscreen
