Sechelt (BC) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Sechelt is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in August to a chilly 6°C (43°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 15°C (59°F) in August to 2°C (36°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Sechelt has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2186 mm (86 in) of rain/snowfall per year. The seasons in Sechelt bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 328 mm (13 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 62 mm (2.4 in) over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Sechelt Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Sechelt, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December 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

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sechelt.

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 81%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 61%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year