Climate Overview
The climate in South Pender Harbour is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 2387mm of precipitation falls per year. South Pender Harbour receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. South Pender Harbour 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 1°C. South Pender Harbour experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
South Pender Harbour sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 1°C to 21°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 17°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
South Pender Harbour is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2387mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 199mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 364mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 66mm. That's 298mm 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 Pender Harbour receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 422cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 97cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
South Pender Harbour is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in South Pender Harbour, which began on March 20, 2026. South Pender Harbour is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 1°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 466mm across the season with a monthly average of 155mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 252mm for the season, averaging 84mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 818mm across the season with a monthly average of 273mm. Expect around 73cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 1 to 4°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 851mm across the season with a monthly average of 284mm. Expect around 244cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit South Pender Harbour 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 73mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for South Pender Harbour 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.
