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British Columbia Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in British Columbia, Canada in August.

Thinking about venturing to British Columbia, Canada this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in British Columbia in August

British Columbia, Canada is a region in Canada. British Columbia, Canada has a wide variety of climate types. During August, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Rossland at 14°C (57°F) to warm in Osoyoos at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Osoyoos and 7°C (45°F) in Rossland. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in British Columbia, Canada.

To explore the conditions in British Columbia, Canada in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Rossland with an average of 14 mm (0.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Prince Rupert with 186 mm (7.3 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Vancouver sees close to 277 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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)

Best Places to Visit in British Columbia in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across British Columbia.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in British Columbia

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in British Columbia, Canada?

Temperature range in British Columbia (August)

Precipitation variation in British Columbia (August)

Vancouver

In August Vancouver generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
289 hours
277 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Whistler

In August Whistler generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
241 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Victoria

In August Victoria generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
330 hours
300 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Kelowna

In August Kelowna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
281 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Ucluelet

In August Ucluelet generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
330 hours
299 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in British Columbia, in Canada.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in British Columbia in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vancouver 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Whistler 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Victoria 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Kelowna 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Ucluelet 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Golden 20°C (68°F) 6°C (43°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

British Columbia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in British Columbia, Canada in August?

In August, British Columbia, Canada generally has perfect weather conditions. Vancouver sees daytime temperatures near 22°C (72°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in British Columbia, Canada in August?

Daytime temperatures in Vancouver peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in August, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does British Columbia, Canada get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in British Columbia, Canada during August, with Vancouver averaging close to 72 mm (2.8 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit British Columbia, Canada?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to British Columbia, Canada. Typically, the climate in Vancouver is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Vancouver. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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