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Shawnigan Lake Climate by Month

The temperature in Shawnigan Lake can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to cold. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Shawnigan Lake. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in August to a chilly 7°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 2°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Shawnigan Lake has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1318 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The climate in Shawnigan Lake shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in November, with an average of 198 mm of precipitation over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 24 mm of rainfall over 6 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Shawnigan Lake serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Victoria, Canada (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Victoria, Canada (31 KM, 19 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Shawnigan Lake in Canada

During the months of July, August and September 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 Shawnigan Lake?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, November and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Shawnigan Lake?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Shawnigan Lake?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Shawnigan Lake?
    November tops the wettest month list with 198 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Shawnigan Lake?
    July is the driest month with 24 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Shawnigan Lake?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 330 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Shawnigan Lake

    Sat   Dec 14
    9°C | 3°C
    SW 25 km/h
    13 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    7°C | 1°C
    SW 7 km/h
    1.8 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    4°C | 2°C
    W 7 km/h
    13 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain