Climate Insights for Sooke
Capital Regional District, Greater Victoria, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Sooke is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1,370 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 229 mm of rainfall. Sooke 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, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 76cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Sooke is cool. The average annual temperature is 50°F and approximately 53.9 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 9 in of rainfall. Sooke 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, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 36°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 30in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sooke 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 23°C with a mean of 17°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Sooke vary considerably across the year, with a 37°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 63°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 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Sooke is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,370 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 114 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 229 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 11 mm. That's 218 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 76cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.Sooke is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 53.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.5 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 9 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.4 in. That's 8.6 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 30in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 10in.
Wind
Sooke 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 February, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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.Sooke 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 February, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 Sooke 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 16 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Sooke is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 36°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sooke 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 Sooke 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.