Hamilton Holiday Weather Overview
Found in the state of Ontario in Canada, Hamilton is a port city on the western bank of Lake Ontario.
Top places to stay in Hamilton
As Hamilton is not as big as some of the other tourist locations in Canada, there are fewer places to choose but there are plenty of places to stay in Hamilton from hotels to rental apartments, and bed and breakfasts to hostels.
For those who are looking for hotel accommodation there are hotels such as the Best Western Premier C Hotel by Carmen’s, the Sheraton Hamilton Hotel, Admiral Inn Hamilton and Visitors Inn. All of these hotels are comfortable, pleasant and most importantly reasonably priced with excellent facilities.
If you would prefer to stay in somewhere that is much more suited to families then the Homewood Suites and Staybridge Suites are both hotels that are perfect for larger groups of people who want to enjoy the advantages of staying in a hotel.
When it comes to Bed and Breakfasts in Hamilton, a lot of the hotels struggle to compete with them. With the Serenity Ranch Bed and Breakfast, Osler House, Ridgemoor B&B, Homestead House, The Homestead 1867 B&B and the Tranquillity Base Bed and Breakfast you really are spoilt for choice, facilities and being treated like a VIP when it comes to the more personal touch of bed and breakfast accommodation.
Food in Hamilton
Food is something that is not in short supply in Hamilton; in fact you are spoilt for choice and can enjoy the advantages of being not only on Lake Ontario but also a port.
There are plenty of bakeries, cafes, delis and pubs for those who want to enjoy a more relaxed dining experience. For those who want to enjoy a more refined dining experience there are a wide range of fine dining options such as Japanese, Mediterranean, Seafood, Chinese, French and Fusion cuisine.
For some of the best dining that Hamilton has to offer the Quatrfoil, Banana Leaf Asian Cuisine, India Village, Thai Orchid, Burnt Tongue, Cookhouse Bistro, Aberdeen Tavern and The Ancaster Mill are not to be missed.
Things to do and see in Hamilton
Hamilton is a great place to visit when it comes to historical attractions as well as beautiful nature spots.
Hamilton boasts historical attractions that include the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, the Westfield Heritage Village, the HMCS Haida National Historic Site, Dundurn Castle, the Cathedral of Christ the King, the Hamilton Museum of Steam and Technology and Hamilton Place.
For those who prefer nature to history there are such natural wonders as Devil’s Punchbowl Falls, Pier 4 Park, Tews Falls, Eramosa Karst, the Webster Falls, the Waterfalls of Hamilton, the Spencer Gorge Conservation Area and the Royal Botanical Gardens.
Those that enjoy the fusing of history and nature will enjoy Gage Park, the Whitehern Historic House and Garden and Dundas Valley Conservation Area.
For a more cultural pursuits there is the Pearl Company Arts Centre, the Art Gallery of Hamilton and the Theatre Aquarius.
Best time to visit Hamilton
The best time to visit Hamilton is during the hot season, as the weather is at its warmest and there is a higher chance of seeing the city in sunlight. Despite the rain, the city is still beautiful to visit. However if you enjoy winter sports then Hamilton is ideal to visit in the cold season.
Climate in Hamilton
Hamilton has a humid continental climate that means it has hot summers but experiences quite a lot of rain and unlike other climates, does not experience a dry season. Instead Hamilton’s climate has a hot and cold season.
Summer in Hamilton
During the hot season temperatures can reach an average high of 27 degrees Celsius and an average low of 17 degrees Celsius. There are long hours of sunlight, but there is a high likelihood of cloud cover, though not quite as much as during the winter. The hot season is when Hamilton experiences lot of light rain, with an average of 43% chance of rain each day. There is also a higher likelihood of thunderstorms taking place.
What to pack and wear in Hamilton?
In the hot season light clothing is advisable due to the intense heat and the high chance of rain means that sensible shoes and a light waterproof or poncho are something that no traveller should be without.
If you are visiting Hamilton during the cold season you will need thick warm clothes and long underwear to keep you warm in the very low temperatures. Having suitable snow clothing is also essential during the cold season.
Best months to visit Hamilton?
May and June are the best month to go for holiday or travel to Hamilton. The weather averages gathered from Hamilton weather forecast and Hamilton weather history also forecast these months temperature to be around 22°c and average of 196.9333 hours of sunshine in a month.
Coldest months of Hamilton?
March and February are the coldest months with temperature at around 17°c.
Which months receive most rainfall in Hamilton?
September and October receive most rainfall with precipitation count of 180.32mm.
Travelling to Hamilton? Check out our Weather averages of Hamilton to better plan your holiday or travel.
If you would just like to know what the weather was for a past dates for research or education or you are just curious then visit our historical weather of Hamilton section.