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Sicamous (BC) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Sicamous.
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Climate overview of Sicamous
Sicamous, British Columbia, Canada, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 24°C (75°F) in July, while winters cool to -1°C (30°F) in January.
With around 915 mm (36 in) of annual rain/snowfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. November is the wettest month and August the driest. It also has warm summers and very cold winters.
Sicamous Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sicamous - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Sicamous
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Sicamous. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July to a very cold -1°C (30°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 12°C (54°F) in July to around -7°C (19°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sicamous
Generally, Sicamous has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 915 mm (36 in) of rain/snowfall annually. The climate in Sicamous shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high snow/rainfall in November, the wettest month, with an average of 109 mm (4.3 in) of precipitation over 18 snowy/rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 46 mm (1.8 in) of rainfall over 11 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Sicamous Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Sicamous
Conditions in Sicamous are generally most comfortable in July and August. They are typically least comfortable in January, February, March, April, October, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very cold
Feb
cold
Mar
cold
Apr
cold
May
good
Jun
very good
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
very good
Oct
cold
Nov
cold
Dec
cold
- Best overall: July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: April, July, August and September
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -7°C (19°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Sicamous
What is the best time to visit Sicamous?
July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Sicamous. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Sicamous has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Sicamous?
Daytime highs range from -1°C (30°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -7°C (19°F) to 12°C (54°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Sicamous get?
Annual rainfall is around 915 mm (36 in). November is the wettest month with 109 mm (4.3 in), while August is the driest with 46 mm (1.8 in). In the coldest months, precipitation may fall as snow/rain.
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