Metchosin (BC) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Metchosin, British Columbia, Canada, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) in August, while winters cool to 8°C (46°F) in January.
With around 1233 mm (49 in) of annual rainfall, Metchosin has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has distinct dry (June to August) and wet (November to January) seasons. The wettest month is November. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 11.0 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Metchosin
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Metchosin. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C (46°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 13°C (55°F) in August to 4°C (39°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Metchosin
Metchosin has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1233 mm (49 in) of rainfall annually. Metchosin can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 193 mm (7.6 in) of precipitation over 20 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 21 mm (0.8 in) of precipitation spread across 5 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Metchosin 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 Metchosin
Metchosin can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Metchosin by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Metchosin.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 78%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 55%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Metchosin (BC) 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Metchosin
During the months of June, July and August, Metchosin enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 17°C (63°F) to 20°C (68°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 21 mm (0.8 in) in July to 39 mm (1.5 in) in June. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during January, November and December, bringing heavy precipitation. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
