City in British Columbia, Canada
Victoria weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Victoria
May–Sep is dry and mild; Jul–Aug is busiest. Whale watching peaks Jun–Oct. Winters are mild, wet and grey but rarely snowy.
Victoria weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan7°147 mm
- Feb8°84 mm
- Mar10°106 mm
- Apr12°70 mm
- May15°52 mm
- Jun18°37 mm
- Jul21°18 mm
- Aug21°27 mm
- Sep18°50 mm
- Oct13°108 mm
- Nov9°154 mm
- Dec7°137 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C45°F | 4°C39°F | 147 mm | 87% | Cold |
| February | 8°C46°F | 4°C39°F | 84 mm | 83% | Cold |
| March | 10°C49°F | 5°C41°F | 106 mm | 82% | Cold |
| April | 12°C53°F | 7°C44°F | 70 mm | 80% | Cool |
| May | 15°C60°F | 9°C49°F | 52 mm | 79% | Cool |
| June | 18°C64°F | 11°C53°F | 37 mm | 78% | Cool |
| July | 21°C70°F | 13°C56°F | 18 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C70°F | 14°C57°F | 27 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| September | 18°C65°F | 12°C54°F | 50 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| October | 13°C56°F | 9°C48°F | 108 mm | 83% | Cool |
| November | 9°C49°F | 6°C43°F | 154 mm | 86% | Cold |
| December | 7°C44°F | 4°C39°F | 137 mm | 86% | Cold |
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 Victoria?
May–Sep. May–Sep is dry and mild; Jul–Aug is busiest. Whale watching peaks Jun–Oct. Winters are mild, wet and grey but rarely snowy.
When is the rainy season in Victoria?
Rain peaks in November with about 154 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Nov.
What is the hottest month in Victoria?
August, with average highs of 21°C (70°F).
How cold does Victoria get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 4°C (39°F).
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Sources
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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.