Town in British Columbia, Canada
Tofino weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Tofino
Jun–Sep is driest and warmest, with beach crowds and peak prices. Nov–Feb brings storm watching; surfing is year-round with wetsuits.
Tofino weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan8°315 mm
- Feb8°163 mm
- Mar9°213 mm
- Apr11°146 mm
- May14°76 mm
- Jun16°69 mm
- Jul18°47 mm
- Aug18°56 mm
- Sep17°104 mm
- Oct13°199 mm
- Nov10°314 mm
- Dec7°282 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C46°F | 5°C41°F | 315 mm | 88% | Very wet |
| February | 8°C46°F | 4°C40°F | 163 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| March | 9°C47°F | 5°C41°F | 213 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| April | 11°C51°F | 7°C44°F | 146 mm | 83% | Cold |
| May | 14°C57°F | 9°C49°F | 76 mm | 83% | Cool |
| June | 16°C60°F | 11°C52°F | 69 mm | 84% | Cool |
| July | 18°C65°F | 13°C56°F | 47 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| August | 18°C65°F | 14°C56°F | 56 mm | 87% | Pleasant |
| September | 17°C62°F | 12°C54°F | 104 mm | 87% | Cool |
| October | 13°C56°F | 9°C49°F | 199 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| November | 10°C49°F | 7°C44°F | 314 mm | 87% | Very wet |
| December | 7°C45°F | 5°C40°F | 282 mm | 88% | Rainy |
Best months across Canada
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Vancouver | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Montreal | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Banff | Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Niagara Falls | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Quebec City | Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Whistler | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Jul (22°C) |
| Ottawa | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Calgary | Jun–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Victoria | May–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Jasper | Jun–Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Halifax | Jun–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Tofino | Jun–Sep, Nov–Dec | Aug (18°C) |
| Edmonton | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Kelowna | Jun–Sep | Jul (30°C) |
| Yellowknife | Feb–Mar, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Mont-Tremblant | Jan–Mar, Sep–Oct | Jul (24°C) |
| Prince Edward Island | Jun–Sep | Aug (22°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Tofino?
Jun–Sep, Nov–Dec. Jun–Sep is driest and warmest, with beach crowds and peak prices. Nov–Feb brings storm watching; surfing is year-round with wetsuits.
When is the rainy season in Tofino?
Rain peaks in January with about 315 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Oct–Mar.
What is the hottest month in Tofino?
August, with average highs of 18°C (65°F).
How cold does Tofino get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 4°C (40°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Tourism Tofino
- Parks Canada: Pacific Rim
- Island Health
- District of Tofino
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.