Gold River (BC) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Temperatures in Gold River, British Columbia, Canada, vary greatly throughout the year. August is the hottest month at 20°C (68°F), while February is the coldest at 3°C (37°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 2804 mm (110 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from October to April. November is the wettest month. July is the sunniest month, averaging 7.7 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Gold River
The climate in Gold River is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in August to a chilly 3°C (37°F) in February.
Nighttime temperatures range from 9°C (48°F) in August to -4°C (25°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Gold River
Gold River has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2804 mm (110 in) of rain/snowfall per year. The seasons in Gold River bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy snow/rainfall, with an average of 423 mm (17 in) of precipitation. This snow/rainfall is distributed across 21 snowy/rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 70 mm (2.8 in) over 10 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Gold River Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Gold River
In Gold River, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.9 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Gold River by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gold River.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 85%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Gold River (BC) 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Gold River
Gold River's weather is most enjoyable during June, July, August and September, with comfortable temperatures from 16°C (61°F) to 20°C (68°F). The moderate conditions ensure pleasant weather for exploring the area. Expect varied weather during this period with rainfall between 70 mm (2.8 in) and 143 mm (5.6 in), providing a good balance of sunny and rainy days.The wettest months are January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when precipitation is at its highest. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
