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Coal Harbour (BC) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Coal Harbour.
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Climate overview of Coal Harbour
Coal Harbour, British Columbia, Canada, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) in August, while winters cool to 7°C (45°F) in December.
With around 2499 mm (98 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Coal Harbour has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct rainy season from October to April, with pleasant summers and cold winters. The wettest month is November.
Coal Harbour Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Coal Harbour - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Coal Harbour
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Coal Harbour. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in August. In December, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C (45°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 11°C (52°F) in August to 2°C (36°F) in December.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Coal Harbour
Coal Harbour has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2499 mm (98 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Coal Harbour can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 353 mm (14 in) of precipitation over 23 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 83 mm (3.3 in) of precipitation spread across 11 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Coal Harbour Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Coal Harbour
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Coal Harbour in July. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, April, October, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very wet
Feb
very wet
Mar
very wet
Apr
very wet
May
mixed
Jun
mixed
Jul
very good
Aug
good
Sep
mixed
Oct
very wet
Nov
very wet
Dec
very wet
- Best overall: July
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: July and August
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from October to April, with pleasant summers and cold winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Coal Harbour
What is the best time to visit Coal Harbour?
July typically offers the most optimal weather in Coal Harbour. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Coal Harbour has a distinct rainy season from October to April, with pleasant summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Coal Harbour?
Daytime highs range from 7°C (45°F) in December to 19°C (66°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 2°C (36°F) to 11°C (52°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Coal Harbour get?
Annual rainfall is around 2499 mm (98 in). November is the wettest month with 353 mm (14 in), while July is the driest with 83 mm (3.3 in).
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