When to go to Niagara Falls?
The Horseshoe curves right across the river here, and it is the sheer volume of water going over the lip that stays with you, that and the mist standing permanently above it. The Maid of the Mist takes you to the foot of it, blue ponchos and all. Journey Behind the Falls cuts tunnels into the rock; the Skylon Tower offers the dry version.
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The best time to go
For the best weather in Niagara Falls, aim for May to September.
See also: Where to go in May? · Where to go in June? · Where to go in July? · Where to go in August?
Month-by-month weather in Niagara Falls
| Month | ☀️ h/day | 🌧️ mm | 🌡️ °C | Score /100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.4 | 97 | -3 | 40 |
| February | 6.6 | 72 | -1 | 53 |
| March | 6.7 | 77 | 3 | 54 |
| April | 8.7 | 128 | 9 | 56 |
| May | 11.3 | 71 | 15 | 73 |
| June | 11.9 | 99 | 20 | 75 |
| July | 12.5 | 85 | 23 | 80 |
| August | 10.8 | 125 | 21 | 71 |
| September | 9.6 | 75 | 18 | 69 |
| October | 7.6 | 59 | 12 | 61 |
| November | 6.0 | 67 | 6 | 53 |
| December | 3.5 | 90 | 1 | 42 |
Estimated from 3 years of data. The score (0–100) combines sunshine, dry weather, clear skies and temperature.
The climate in brief
In Niagara Falls, the sunniest month is July, and the driest is October (about 59 mm). Temperatures peak in July (about 23°C). Over the year, an average of 1,046 mm of rain falls, and 5 months in 12 offer ideal weather for a trip.
What to do in Niagara Falls?
- Horseshoe Falls (Niagara Falls)
- Maid of the Mist (boat trip)
- Journey Behind the Falls
- Skylon Tower (panorama)
Practical info
- Country: Canada
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