Vancouver Island
Old-growth rainforest down to the tideline, orcas working the strait between islands, and a coastline with more driftwood than people on it.
The best time to visit Vancouver Island is May–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (71°F). Local time there is 10:17 (UTC-7).
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The year at a glance
May · high 17°C · rain 43mm · 15.2h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Victoria, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C45°F | 172mm6.8in | 8.7h8.7h | |
| February | 6°C44°F | 85mm3.3in | 10.1h10.1h | |
| March | 9°C48°F | 54mm2.1in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| April | 12°C53°F | 66mm2.6in | 13.6h13.6h | |
| May | 17°C62°F | 43mm1.7in | 15.2h15.2h | in the recommended window |
| June | 20°C68°F | 37mm1.5in | 16.1h16.1h | in the recommended window |
| July | 23°C73°F | 16mm0.6in | 15.8h15.8h | in the recommended window |
| August | 23°C73°F | 18mm0.7in | 14.3h14.3h | in the recommended window |
| September | 19°C65°F | 65mm2.6in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| October | 13°C55°F | 111mm4.4in | 10.7h10.7h | |
| November | 9°C48°F | 168mm6.6in | 9.1h9.1h | |
| December | 7°C44°F | 168mm6.6in | 8.3h8.3h |
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- Currency
- CADCanadian dollar
- Language
- English, French
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Vancouver Island?
The best time to visit Vancouver Island is May–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (71°F).
How warm does Vancouver Island get?
Typical daytime highs in Vancouver Island are Mar–May 12°C (54°F), Jun–Aug 22°C (71°F), Sep–Nov 14°C (56°F), Dec–Feb 7°C (44°F).
Is Vancouver Island expensive?
On the ground, Vancouver Island is middling.
What sort of trip is Vancouver Island good for?
Vancouver Island is good for nature and scenery, adventure holidays, bucket-list trips, relaxing holidays.
How rainy is Vancouver Island?
The wettest month in Vancouver Island is January at 172mm (6.8in), the driest July at 16mm (0.6in), with a monthly average of 84mm (3.3in).
What plug do I need for Vancouver Island?
Vancouver Island uses type A, B sockets at 120 V.
