Climate Insights for Refuge Cove
Strathcona Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Refuge Cove is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 2,367 mm of precipitation falls per year. Refuge Cove receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Refuge Cove 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. Refuge Cove experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Refuge Cove is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 93.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Refuge Cove receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Refuge Cove 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 28°F. Refuge Cove experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Refuge Cove vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 0°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 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Refuge Cove 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 74°F with a mean of 63°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 28°F and the daily average is 33°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Refuge Cove is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,367 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 197 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 353 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 64 mm. That's 288 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. Refuge Cove receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 548cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 125cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Refuge Cove is a very wet location, receiving approximately 93.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 13.9 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.5 in. That's 11.3 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. Refuge Cove receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 216in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 49in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Refuge Cove 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 January, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Refuge Cove 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 January, 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
The best time to visit Refuge Cove 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 72 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 Refuge Cove 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 2.8 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 28°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 Refuge Cove 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 Refuge Cove 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.