Climate Insights for Doriston
Sunshine Coast Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Doriston is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 2,408 mm of precipitation falls per year. Doriston receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Doriston 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, December, January, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Doriston experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Doriston is cool. The average annual temperature is 47°F and approximately 94.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Doriston receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Doriston 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, December, January, when temperatures can drop to 32°F. Doriston experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Doriston vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 18°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Doriston vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 70°F with a mean of 64°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 32°F and an average of 35°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Doriston is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,408 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 201 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 369 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 67 mm. That's 302 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. Doriston receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 607cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 133cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Doriston is a very wet location, receiving approximately 94.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 14.5 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.6 in. That's 11.9 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. Doriston receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 239in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 52in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Doriston is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 5km/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 9km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.Doriston is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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 6mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Doriston 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 73 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°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 Doriston 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 2.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 32°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 Doriston 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 Doriston 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.