Climate Insights for Squirrel Cove
Strathcona Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Squirrel Cove is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 2,022 mm of precipitation falls per year. Squirrel Cove receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Squirrel Cove 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 2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 90cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Squirrel Cove is temperate. The average annual temperature is 51°F and approximately 79.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Squirrel Cove receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Squirrel Cove 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 36°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 35in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Squirrel Cove vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Squirrel Cove vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 67°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 10°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Squirrel Cove is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,022 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 168 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 329 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 36 mm. That's 294 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 90cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 28cm.Squirrel Cove is a very wet location, receiving approximately 79.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.6 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 13 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.4 in. That's 11.6 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 35in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 11in.
Wind
Squirrel Cove is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6km/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.Squirrel Cove 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 November, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Squirrel Cove is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 57 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 Squirrel Cove is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 36°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 Squirrel Cove 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 Squirrel Cove 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.