Climate Insights for Blind Channel

Strathcona Regional District, British Columbia, Canada

Hottest
August
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
February
-2°C low29°F low
Wettest
November
362 mm rain14.3 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Blind Channel is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 2,413 mm of precipitation falls per year. Blind Channel receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Blind Channel is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, December, January, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Blind Channel experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Blind Channel is cool. The average annual temperature is 47°F and approximately 95 in of precipitation falls per year. Blind Channel receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Blind Channel is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, December, January, when temperatures can drop to 29°F. Blind Channel experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -1°FebMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -2°MarMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: 0°AprMax: 12°Average: 7°Min: 3°MayMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 7°JunMax: 20°Average: 14°Min: 10°JulMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 12°AugMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°SepMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 10°OctMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 5°NovMax: 6°Average: 4°Min: 2°DecMax: 3°Average: 1°Min: -1°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 39°FAverage: 34°FMin: 31°FFebMax: 40°FAverage: 33°FMin: 29°FMarMax: 47°FAverage: 38°FMin: 32°FAprMax: 54°FAverage: 44°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 64°FAverage: 53°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 68°FAverage: 57°FMin: 50°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 56°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 54°FAverage: 46°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 44°FAverage: 39°FMin: 35°FDecMax: 37°FAverage: 33°FMin: 30°F
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Temperatures in Blind Channel vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Blind Channel vary considerably across the year, with a 46°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 63°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 29°F and the daily average is 33°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 309mmSnow: 106mmFebPrecipitation: 183mmSnow: 77mmMarPrecipitation: 206mmSnow: 67mmAprPrecipitation: 179mmSnow: 16mmMayPrecipitation: 112mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 120mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 196mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 284mmSnow: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 362mmSnow: 50mmDecPrecipitation: 309mmSnow: 113mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32in34in36in38in40in42in44inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 12.2inSnow (in): 42inFebPrecipitation: 7.2inSnow (in): 30inMarPrecipitation: 8.1inSnow (in): 26inAprPrecipitation: 7inSnow (in): 6inMayPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 7.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 11.2inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 14.3inSnow (in): 20inDecPrecipitation: 12.2inSnow (in): 44in
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Snow (in)

Blind Channel is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,413 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 201 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 362 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 68 mm. That's 294 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. Blind Channel receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 435cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 113cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Blind Channel is a very wet location, receiving approximately 95 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 14.3 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.7 in. That's 11.6 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. Blind Channel receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 171in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 44in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Blind Channel is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Blind Channel is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan1°34°F
Feb1°33°F
Mar4°38°F
Apr7°44°F
May12°53°F
Jun14°57°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep13°56°F
Oct8°46°F
Nov4°39°F
Dec1°33°F

The best time to visit Blind Channel is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 77 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°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 Blind Channel is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 29°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 Blind Channel 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 Blind Channel 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-1 °C31 °F
4 °C39 °F
5 km/h3 mph
309 mm12.2 in
106 cm42 in
Feb
-2 °C29 °F
4 °C40 °F
5 km/h3 mph
183 mm7.2 in
77 cm30 in
Mar
0 °C32 °F
8 °C47 °F
5 km/h3 mph
206 mm8.1 in
67 cm26 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
12 °C54 °F
5 km/h3 mph
179 mm7 in
16 cm6 in
May
7 °C44 °F
18 °C64 °F
5 km/h3 mph
112 mm4.4 in
1 cm1 in
Jun
10 °C50 °F
20 °C68 °F
5 km/h3 mph
120 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C53 °F
23 °C74 °F
5 km/h3 mph
68 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C49 °F
19 °C66 °F
5 km/h3 mph
196 mm7.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
12 °C54 °F
5 km/h3 mph
284 mm11.2 in
4 cm2 in
Nov
2 °C35 °F
6 °C44 °F
5 km/h3 mph
362 mm14.3 in
50 cm20 in
Dec
-1 °C30 °F
3 °C37 °F
5 km/h3 mph
309 mm12.2 in
113 cm44 in