Alert Bay Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Alert Bay’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Canada.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Alert Bay can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 18°C in August to a chilly 6°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 1°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Alert Bay by month:
The coldest temperatures are usually recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest temperatures occur near 3 PM, at the peak of the sun's warmth.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 292 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 21 days.
Annual Temperatures in Canada Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Canada. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Alert Bay Temperatures Compared World Wide
Alert Bay’s average annual maximum temperature is 12°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Alert Bay’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Alert Bay climate page.
Current temperature in Alert Bay
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