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Squamish Climate by Month

The temperature in Squamish can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to very 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 pleasant to very cold in Squamish. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in August to a very cold 2°C in the coolest month, December. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -3°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Squamish has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2952 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The climate in Squamish shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy snow/rainfall in November, with an average of 430 mm of precipitation over 20 snowy/rainy days. In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 92 mm of rainfall over 9 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Squamish serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.9 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Vancouver, Canada (46 KM, 28 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Vancouver, Canada (46 KM, 28 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Squamish in Canada

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Squamish?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Squamish?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Squamish?
    November tops the wettest month list with 430 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Squamish?
    July is the driest month with 92 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Squamish?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 289 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Squamish

    Fri   Nov 22
    8°C | 3°C
    NE 22 km/h
    15 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    7°C | 3°C
    SE 4 km/h
    25 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    5°C | 2°C
    NE 4 km/h
    6.2 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain