Climate Insights for Ucluelet
Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
Climate Overview
The climate in Ucluelet is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 2,903 mm of precipitation falls per year. Ucluelet receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ucluelet 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 4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 63cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Ucluelet is cool. The average annual temperature is 50°F and approximately 114.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Ucluelet receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ucluelet 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 38°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 25in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Ucluelet sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 4°C to 18°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 16°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Ucluelet sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 38°F to 65°F. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 65°F with a mean of 60°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 38°F and an average of 41°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ucluelet is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,903 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 242 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 479 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 41 mm. That's 438 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 63cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 20cm.Ucluelet is a very wet location, receiving approximately 114.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.5 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 18.9 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.6 in. That's 17.2 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 25in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 8in.
Wind
Ucluelet 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 January, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 8km/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, 11km/h in autumn.Ucluelet is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ucluelet is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 69 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 4°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Ucluelet is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.7 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 38°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 Ucluelet 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 Ucluelet 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.