Climate Insights for South Forks

Regional District of Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

Hottest
August
24°C peak76°F peak
Coldest
February
0°C low31°F low
Wettest
November
247 mm rain9.7 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in South Forks is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1,626 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 247 mm of rainfall. South Forks 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 0°C. South Forks experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in South Forks is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 64 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 9.7 in of rainfall. South Forks 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 31°F. South Forks experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 1°FebMax: 6°Average: 2°Min: 0°MarMax: 9°Average: 5°Min: 2°AprMax: 13°Average: 8°Min: 4°MayMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 8°JunMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 10°JulMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°AugMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°SepMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 10°OctMax: 13°Average: 9°Min: 6°NovMax: 8°Average: 5°Min: 3°DecMax: 5°Average: 2°Min: 0°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 42°FAverage: 37°FMin: 34°FFebMax: 42°FAverage: 36°FMin: 31°FMarMax: 48°FAverage: 41°FMin: 35°FAprMax: 55°FAverage: 46°FMin: 39°FMayMax: 64°FAverage: 54°FMin: 46°FJunMax: 68°FAverage: 58°FMin: 50°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 57°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 55°FAverage: 47°FMin: 42°FNovMax: 46°FAverage: 41°FMin: 37°FDecMax: 41°FAverage: 36°FMin: 33°F
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Temperatures in South Forks vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 0°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in South Forks 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 76°F with a mean of 64°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 31°F and the daily average is 36°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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 246mmSnow: 58mmFebPrecipitation: 136mmSnow: 46mmMarPrecipitation: 157mmSnow: 39mmAprPrecipitation: 124mmSnow: 11mmMayPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 67mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 100mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 177mmSnow: 2mmNovPrecipitation: 247mmSnow: 26mmDecPrecipitation: 236mmSnow: 71mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 9.7inSnow (in): 23inFebPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 18inMarPrecipitation: 6.2inSnow (in): 15inAprPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 7inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 9.7inSnow (in): 10inDecPrecipitation: 9.3inSnow (in): 28in
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South Forks is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,626 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 136 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 247 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 29 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. South Forks receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 255cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 71cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.South Forks is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 64 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 9.7 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.1 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. South Forks receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 100in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 28in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 7km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

South Forks 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 November, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.South Forks 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 November, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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

Jan3°37°F
Feb2°36°F
Mar5°41°F
Apr8°46°F
May12°54°F
Jun15°58°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct9°47°F
Nov5°41°F
Dec2°36°F

The best time to visit South Forks is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 32 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit South Forks is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 31°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 South Forks 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 South Forks 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
1 °C34 °F
5 °C42 °F
6 km/h4 mph
246 mm9.7 in
58 cm23 in
Feb
0 °C31 °F
6 °C42 °F
6 km/h4 mph
136 mm5.3 in
46 cm18 in
Mar
2 °C35 °F
9 °C48 °F
6 km/h4 mph
157 mm6.2 in
39 cm15 in
Apr
4 °C39 °F
13 °C55 °F
7 km/h4 mph
124 mm4.9 in
11 cm5 in
May
8 °C46 °F
18 °C64 °F
6 km/h3 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
10 °C50 °F
20 °C68 °F
5 km/h3 mph
67 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
29 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
24 °C76 °F
5 km/h3 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
19 °C67 °F
5 km/h3 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
6 °C42 °F
13 °C55 °F
6 km/h4 mph
177 mm7 in
2 cm1 in
Nov
3 °C37 °F
8 °C46 °F
7 km/h4 mph
247 mm9.7 in
26 cm10 in
Dec
0 °C33 °F
5 °C41 °F
6 km/h4 mph
236 mm9.3 in
71 cm28 in