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Saanichton Climate by Month

The temperature in Saanichton can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to cold. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Saanichton. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 4°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Saanichton has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1108 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 173 mm of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 20 mm over 5 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Saanichton. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Victoria, Canada (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Victoria, Canada (19 KM, 11 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Saanichton in Canada

During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Saanichton?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, November and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Saanichton?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Saanichton?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Saanichton?
    November tops the wettest month list with 173 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Saanichton?
    July is the driest month with 20 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Saanichton?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 330 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Saanichton

    Tue   Dec 03
    9°C | 2°C
    NW 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    9°C | 1°C
    NW 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    8°C | 1°C
    SW 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain