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Kingston

Decide whether to visit or live in Kingston, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.

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Updated Wednesday, October 21, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Should I visit Kingston?

Generally suitable with routine precautions

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Kingston month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Kingston are typically June, August and September, with average daytime highs around 22–25°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 26°C), January the coldest (average low -8°C), and October the wettest (about 115 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January-1.0-8.4825.1
February0.5-7.9826.0
March4.8-3.7877.2
April10.92.01088.4
May17.78.78710.4
June22.914.88111.6
July26.118.510112.4
August24.918.19411.4
September21.714.4659.9
October14.98.61156.8
November7.31.1845.6
December1.7-4.71014.1

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People and places shaping Kingston

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Research updated Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Past and future events in Kingston

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Battle of Kingston

    An 1863 American Civil War battle fought at Kingston, Tennessee

Current public leadership

No current officeholder for Kingston has passed the source checks yet. The live layer will try again on its next refresh.

People associated with this place

  • Kingston (surname)

    including a list of people with the name

  • Kingston Flemings (born 2007)

    American basketball player

  • Kingston Nyamapfene

    Zimbabwean agricultural professor and former vice chancellor of the University of Africa

  • Kingston Pease

    an 18th-century African-American property owner and prominent member of the free black community of Newport

  • Kofi Kingston and Kofi Nahaje Kingston

    ring names of American professional wrestler Kofi Nahaje Sarkodie-Mensah (born 1981)

Historical figures

No historical figure has been extracted from reliable context for Kingston yet.

Local business and employers

  • Kingston Technology

    An American multinational computer technology corporation that manufactures memory products

Newspapers and local media

No local newspaper or media outlet has passed the source checks for Kingston yet.

Buildings and landmarks

  • Kingston Penitentiary

    A former maximum security prison in Kingston, Ontario, Canada

  • CFB Kingston

    A Canadian Forces base in Kingston, Ontario

  • Kingston Fortifications

    19th century defensive works in Kingston, Ontario, Canada

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01 · Overview

Kingston, in brief

Where is Kingston Located?

Kingston is a city located in Canada within the province of Ontario, situated at latitude 44.22976 and longitude -76.48098. Positioned at an elevation of 70 meters above sea level within the America/Toronto timezone, the municipality operates using the CAD currency and records a population of 132,485 residents.

What Languages and Cultural Threads Define the City?

Linguistic diversity in Kingston encompasses official and indigenous communication, formally recognizing en-CA, fr-CA, and iu languages. The urban area functions as a distinct Canadian hub where cultural exchange intersects with institutional history, notably linking to regional entities such as CFB Kingston and the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kingston (Canada).

How Do Institutions and Athletics Shape Community Life?

Local identity extends through historical and recreational frameworks, including former educational anchors like the Kingston Collegiate and Vocational Institute, alongside athletic organizations such as the Kingston Frontenacs and Kingston FC. The cultural landscape further incorporates historic military and transport developments, ranging from the legacy of RCAF Station Kingston to the naval heritage represented by HMCS Kingston.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kingston

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01 · Q&A

Where is Kingston located and what are its coordinates?

Kingston is situated in Canada at geographic coordinates 44.2298, -76.4810, with an elevation of 70 meters above sea level.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Kingston?

Kingston has a recorded population of approximately 132,485 and observes the America/Toronto time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Kingston?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Kingston include EN-CA, FR-CA, IU, with CAD used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Kingston?

Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Kingston, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.

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