Climate Insights for Skawahlook
Fraser Valley Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Skawahlook is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1,966 mm of precipitation falls per year. Skawahlook receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Skawahlook 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 -5°C. Skawahlook experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Skawahlook is cool. The average annual temperature is 43°F and approximately 77.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Skawahlook receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Skawahlook 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 23°F. Skawahlook experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Skawahlook vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 15°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -2°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 Skawahlook vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 72°F with a mean of 60°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 23°F and the daily average is 28°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 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Skawahlook is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,966 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 164 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 287 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 47 mm. That's 240 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. Skawahlook receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 767cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 182cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Skawahlook is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 77.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.5 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 11.3 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.9 in. That's 9.4 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. Skawahlook receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 302in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 72in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Skawahlook 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 December, averaging 6km/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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Skawahlook 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 December, averaging 4mph, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Skawahlook is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 49 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Skawahlook is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 23°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 Skawahlook 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 Skawahlook 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.