Best Time to Visit Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Victoria is at its sunniest and driest in June–September.
The best time to visit Victoria for sunny, dry weather is June–September — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through March–September; the wetter half falls in October–February. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 4.3°C / 39.7°F in January to 17.6°C / 63.7°F in August, with rainfall from 18 mm / 0.7 in (July) to 123 mm / 4.8 in (November). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Victoria, British Columbia, Canada's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Victoria's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 15.4°C59.7°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.4°C63.3°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.6°C63.7°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 15°C59°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Victoria?
The best time to visit Victoria for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 17.6°C / 63.7°F, and the driest is July with about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Victoria's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Victoria?
The rainy season at Victoria, British Columbia runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 61 mm / 2.4 in. The wettest single month is November (123 mm / 4.8 in).
What is the driest month in Victoria?
The driest month in Victoria is July, averaging about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.4°C / 63.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Victoria?
The least comfortable months for travel to Victoria — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 123 mm / 4.8 in in November, and the coldest month averages 4.3°C / 39.7°F.
Is Victoria climate different from Canada overall?
Yes, usually. Our Victoria figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Canada figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Victoria specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.