Climate Insights for Ahousaht
Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Ahousaht is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 3,028 mm of precipitation falls per year. Ahousaht receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ahousaht is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, March, January, when temperatures can drop to 4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 92cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Ahousaht is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 119.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Ahousaht receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ahousaht is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, March, January, when temperatures can drop to 39°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 36in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Ahousaht sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 4°C to 17°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 15°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Ahousaht sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 39°F to 63°F. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 63°F with a mean of 60°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 39°F and an average of 41°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ahousaht is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,028 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 252 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 498 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 48 mm. That's 450 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 92cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.Ahousaht is a very wet location, receiving approximately 119.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 19.6 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.9 in. That's 17.7 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 36in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 9in.
Wind
Ahousaht is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Ahousaht is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ahousaht is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 75 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 4°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Ahousaht is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 39°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ahousaht based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ahousaht based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.