Barrie, Canada experiences average highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 rainy days per month. Average highs have cooled by 0.8°C (1.4°F) across the available records.
Barrie, Canada Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Barrie, Canada. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Sep 
Wetter season: Apr–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.6/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
4
Low
Temperature 12°C / 4°C
Feels Like 10°C / 1°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 79 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 74%
Wind Speed 19 km/h
Dew Point 4°C
Snow Days 12 days
Frost Days 17 days
Hottest Month
26°C
July
Avg Low17°C
Rain12days
Coldest Month
-9°C
January
Avg High-2°C
Rain12days
Driest Month
9days
September
Avg High21°C
Avg Low13°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
February (Gusts 44)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, November, December due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:35
Daylight 15.5h
Sunset 21:06
Live conditions—
Barrie on the map · live conditions
Barrie, Canada
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Canada
- City
- Barrie
- Population
- 147.8K
- Coordinates
- 44.40°, -79.67°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 11°C
Avg Low 1°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 12 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 14°C
Avg Low 7°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High -1°C
Avg Low -8°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: -2°C / -9°C . Feb: 0°C / -9°C . Mar: 4°C / -4°C . Apr: 10°C / 1°C . May: 18°C / 8°C . Jun: 23°C / 14°C . Jul: 26°C / 17°C . Aug: 25°C / 17°C . Sep: 21°C / 13°C . Oct: 14°C / 7°C . Nov: 6°C / 0°C . Dec: 1°C / -6°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 64 mm. Feb: 63 mm. Mar: 74 mm. Apr: 97 mm. May: 75 mm. Jun: 91 mm. Jul: 87 mm. Aug: 96 mm. Sep: 71 mm. Oct: 83 mm. Nov: 67 mm. Dec: 77 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 79%. Feb: 76%. Mar: 72%. Apr: 70%. May: 70%. Jun: 70%. Jul: 72%. Aug: 75%. Sep: 76%. Oct: 76%. Nov: 77%. Dec: 80%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 20 km/h . Feb: 21 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 21 km/h . May: 18 km/h . Jun: 18 km/h . Jul: 16 km/h . Aug: 16 km/h . Sep: 16 km/h . Oct: 19 km/h . Nov: 21 km/h . Dec: 21 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 5h. Feb: 6h. Mar: 7h. Apr: 8h. May: 10h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 5h. Dec: 4h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 2. Feb: UV 3. Mar: UV 4. Apr: UV 5. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 6. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 3. Nov: UV 2. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 20 days. Feb: 16 days. Mar: 12 days. Apr: 7 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 1 days. Nov: 9 days. Dec: 18 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 0.8°C (1.4°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 27°C | Jul · 26°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · -11°C | Jan · -9°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 102 mm | Apr · 97 mm |
| Windiest month | Dec 2025 · 24 km/h | Feb · 21 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Poor May best
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Fair November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2°C / -9°C | -7°C / -15°C | 12days (64 mm) Wet | 4.5h Fair | 79% Humid | 2 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | 0°C / -9°C | -5°C / -14°C | 12days (63 mm) Wet | 6h Fair | 76% Humid | 2.9 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 4°C / -4°C | 0°C / -10°C | 12days (74 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 72% Muggy | 3.8 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 10°C / 1°C | 7°C / -3°C | 13days (97 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 70% Muggy | 4.5 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| May best | 18°C / 8°C | 17°C / 5°C | 11days (75 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 6 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 23°C / 14°C | 24°C / 13°C | 11days (91 mm) Wet | 11.6h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 26°C / 17°C | 27°C / 17°C | 12days (87 mm) Wet | 12h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 6.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 25°C / 17°C | 26°C / 17°C | 12days (96 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 5.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 21°C / 13°C | 21°C / 12°C | 9days (71 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 76% Humid | 4.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 14°C / 7°C | 12°C / 4°C | 13days (83 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 76% Humid | 3.2 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| November | 6°C / 0°C | 2°C / -4°C | 13days (67 mm) Wet | 5h Fair | 77% Humid | 1.9 Low | Poor | View Details |
| December | 1°C / -6°C | -4°C / -11°C | 14days (77 mm) Wet | 3.8h Poor | 80% Humid | 1.5 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Barrie are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Barrie, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Barrie is July, with average daytime highs of 26°C (78°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Barrie is January, with average overnight lows of -9°C (15°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Barrie is April, averaging 97mm of precipitation across 13 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Barrie runs through December, April, October, November, with the heaviest rainfall in December. Based on 10-year averages for Barrie.
Barrie receives approximately 96 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Barrie.
The least favorable months to visit Barrie are January, February, November, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Barrie is 4, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Barrie is 74%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Barrie receives snow. Months with snowfall average 12 snow days and 19 cm (7 in) of accumulation, with about 17 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Barrie are 19 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 44 km/h / 27 mph).
Barrie averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 66%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Barrie is 4°C (39°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Barrie has a Warm-Summer Continental climate, classified as Dfb under the Köppen system. Continental climates experience extreme temperature ranges — hot summers and cold, snowy winters.
The 'feels like' temperature in Barrie ranges from 1°C (34°F) to 10°C (50°F) on average. Wind chill makes winters feel noticeably colder than the actual temperature — layered clothing is recommended.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Barrie. It earns a climate score of 8.4/10 with Excellent.
For June in Barrie, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 23°C (74°F) and 11 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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