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British Columbia Weather & Climate: Canada

Climate by month across British Columbia, Canada, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of British Columbia

British Columbia is one of several regions in Canada, with temperatures that range from 6°C (43°F) in December to 22°C (72°F) during the peak of August. We've based our full climate overview on data from Vancouver, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In British Columbia, during the months of July, August and September you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 22°C (72°F).

The colder weather is most prominent in the months of January, February, March, November and December.

When it comes to rainfall, British Columbia sees significant variations throughout the year. November tends to be the wettest, receiving 343 mm (14 in) of rain, while July is much drier with just 55 mm (2.2 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during January, February, March, October, November and December, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 207 mm (8.1 in) to 343 mm (14 in) monthly.

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore British Columbia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in British Columbia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Vancouver)

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Vancouver Whistler Victoria Kelowna Ucluelet Golden
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Climate map of British Columbia

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Vancouver 7°C (45°F) 22°C (72°F) 2°C (36°F) 14°C (57°F) 2282 mm (90 in) 1,932 hours
Whistler -3°C (27°F) 19°C (66°F) -9°C (16°F) 8°C (46°F) 2336 mm (92 in) 1,680 hours
Victoria 8°C (46°F) 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 13°C (55°F) 1095 mm (43 in) 2,220 hours
Kelowna 0°C (32°F) 24°C (75°F) -7°C (19°F) 13°C (55°F) 706 mm (28 in) 1,943 hours
Ucluelet 9°C (48°F) 18°C (64°F) 4°C (39°F) 14°C (57°F) 2964 mm (117 in) 2,215 hours
Golden -8°C (18°F) 20°C (68°F) -16°C (3°F) 6°C (43°F) 906 mm (36 in)

Places in British Columbia, Canada

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