Niagara Falls Weather

The spring months in the park bring a small amount of snow with average temperatures ranging from 40 to 65 degrees. Between March and May, the attractions that closed for winter reopen and the park springs back to life with flowering trees, tulip gardens and thriving wildlife.

Summer is the best time to experience the falls in all their breathtaking splendor. Temperatures rise into the 80s during the day and remain in the 60s at night, allowing you to view the illuminated falls in comfort. Shorts and t-shirts are often appropriate attire and the mist from the falls feels soothing during the long, sunny days.

As the temperature begins to fall, the park’s trees turn to magnificent hues of reds and golds, and the park’s many trails welcome hikers of every kind. Fall weather is comparable to spring, but with slightly more precipitation. Peak fall foliage is generally three weeks later than the surrounding areas, in mid- to late-October, due to the warm waters flowing out of Lake Erie and the unique microclimate of the area.

In the winter, the park transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland while many of the park’s attractions shut down. But if you visit in winter, you can see the stunning Niagara Falls frozen, as the river below the falls freezes and a thick layer of ice covers every surface, from the trees to the railings. The temperature usually stays around the freezing point, regularly dipping below 20 degrees. Snowfall accumulations are minimal compared to some areas less than 20 miles away.  Ice accumulations, however, are measurable and add to the stunning beauty of the falls during this season.