Climate Insights for Soowahlie
Fraser Valley Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Soowahlie is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 2,229 mm of precipitation falls per year. Soowahlie receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Soowahlie 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 -2°C. Soowahlie experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Soowahlie is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 87.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Soowahlie receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Soowahlie 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 28°F. Soowahlie experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Soowahlie 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 16°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Soowahlie vary considerably across the year, with a 45°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 61°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 28°F and the daily average is 32°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 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Soowahlie is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,229 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 186 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 325 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 48 mm. That's 278 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. Soowahlie receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 484cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 122cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Soowahlie is a very wet location, receiving approximately 87.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.3 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 12.8 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 10.9 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. Soowahlie receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 191in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 48in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Soowahlie is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 7km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Soowahlie is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Soowahlie is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 48 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 Soowahlie is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 28°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 Soowahlie 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 Soowahlie 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.