Climate Insights for Sidney
Capital Regional District, Greater Victoria, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Sidney is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1,209 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 194 mm of rainfall. Sidney 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, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 68cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Sidney is temperate. The average annual temperature is 51°F and approximately 47.6 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 7.6 in of rainfall. Sidney 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, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 36°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 27in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sidney vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Sidney vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 66°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 36°F and an average of 39°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Sidney is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,209 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 101 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 194 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 14 mm. That's 180 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 68cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.Sidney is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 47.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 7.6 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 in. That's 7.1 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 27in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 9in.
Wind
Sidney is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Sidney 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 November, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Sidney is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 36 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Sidney is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 36°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sidney 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 Sidney 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.