AI-generatedBella Bella at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 19°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 14.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,430 h
- Rain a year
- 2,821 mm
- Climate
- Maritime
- Time zone
- UTC−8 / UTC−7
- Elevation
- 13 m
Climate in Bella Bella
Bella Bella has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 19 °C, while December is the coolest at 5 °C. With around 1,430 hours of sunshine a year, Bella Bella is rather dull; July is the sunniest month with 5.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Bella Bella
The best time to visit Bella Bella is from June to September. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in August it only reaches 14.4 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in July. Rain is frequent from October to May; the wettest month is November with 370 mm.
Bella Bella through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Bella Bella in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 9–15 °C by day
- Sea 9 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 54 rainy days in all
Bella Bella in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 17–19 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 40 rainy days in all
Bella Bella in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 8–17 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 3.1 h of sun a day
- 58 rainy days in all
Bella Bella in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 5–7 °C by day
- Sea 8 °C
- 2.2 h of sun a day
- 60 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jul
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct – May
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
Snow
Nov – Mar
Snow on 2 or more days
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Your best months: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 6°
- Midday, 13:00: about 12°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 13°
- Evening, 20:00: about 10°
- Night, 23:00: about 8°
07:5518:41
Cold evenings: bring a warm jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:34–08:42 · evening 17:54–19:02
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:21–07:34 · evening 19:02–19:15
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Bella Bella compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 15° at the start of the month to 10° at the end. The sea cools from 12° to 10°. The days get 1.9 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 15° | 10° |
| Night-time low | 8° | 4° |
| Sea | 12° | 10° |
| Daylight | 11.7 h | 9.8 h |
What is the weather like in Bella Bella in October?
In October, Bella Bella is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 10.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 360 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 10 h 45 min07:55 – 18:41
- UV index
- 2 · lowclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 17 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 78 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−7offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %52 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %0 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Nature escape”.
What to pack in October
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Bella Bella
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Bella Bella: score 73 against 26. In July, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in July. July has 9 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 26 | 73better |
| Daytime high | 13° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 6° | 11° |
| Sea | 10.8° | 13.9° |
| Sunshine | 3.0 h | 5.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 21 | 12better |
| Rainfall | 360 mm | 111 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Bella Bella month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
0January6° · Sea 8° · 1.7 h
In January, Bella Bella is cold: daytime highs average 6 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. The sea averages 7.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 301 mm. Snow falls on about 5 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in January3February7° · Sea 7° · 3.2 h
In February, Bella Bella is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. The sea averages 7.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 211 mm. Snow falls on about 5 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in February5March9° · Sea 8° · 3.7 h
In March, Bella Bella is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 7.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 270 mm. Snow falls on about 5 days. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in March27April12° · Sea 9° · 5.0 h
In April, Bella Bella is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 8.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 216 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in April52May15° · Sea 10° · 5.7 h
In May, Bella Bella is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 10.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 144 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in May61June17° · Sea 12° · 5.4 h
In June, Bella Bella is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 12.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 139 mm. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in June73July19° · Sea 14° · 5.9 h
In July, Bella Bella is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 111 mm in total. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in July70August19° · Sea 14° · 5.4 h
In August, Bella Bella is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 14.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 147 mm in total. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in August60September17° · Sea 13° · 4.5 h
In September, Bella Bella is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 13.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 226 mm. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in September26October13° · Sea 11° · 3.0 h
In October, Bella Bella is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 10.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 360 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in October0November8° · Sea 9° · 1.9 h
In November, Bella Bella is cold: daytime highs average 8 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 9.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 370 mm. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in November0December5° · Sea 8° · 1.6 h
In December, Bella Bella is cold: daytime highs average 5 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. The sea averages 8.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 326 mm. Snow falls on about 6 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bella Bella.
Bella Bella in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Bella Bella
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
ColdOctober: nights around 6°. The room should be heated.
The coolest nights are in February (0°), the warmest in August (12°). Nights fall below 8 °C on average from October to May, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 0 | 6° | 0° | 7.7° | 1.7 h | 21 | 301 |
| FebruaryFeb | 3 | 7° | 0° | 7.4° | 3.2 h | 17 | 211 |
| MarchMar | 5 | 9° | 1° | 7.5° | 3.7 h | 21 | 270 |
| AprilApr | 27 | 12° | 4° | 8.5° | 5.0 h | 18 | 216 |
| MayMay | 52 | 15° | 7° | 10.3° | 5.7 h | 15 | 144 |
| JuneJun | 61 | 17° | 9° | 12.2° | 5.4 h | 16 | 139 |
| JulyJul | 73 | 19° | 11° | 13.9° | 5.9 h | 12 | 111 |
| AugustAug | 70 | 19° | 12° | 14.4° | 5.4 h | 13 | 147 |
| SeptemberSep | 60 | 17° | 10° | 13.1° | 4.5 h | 16 | 226 |
| OctoberOct | 26 | 13° | 6° | 10.8° | 3.0 h | 21 | 360 |
| NovemberNov | 0 | 8° | 3° | 9.2° | 1.9 h | 21 | 370 |
| DecemberDec | 0 | 5° | 0° | 8.3° | 1.6 h | 22 | 326 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Bella Bella
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 10.1 – 11.9 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Bella Bella ranges from 7.4 °C in February to 14.4 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
From November to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 13.5 and 15.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 7.7° | 7.0° | 8.4° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 7.4° | 6.8° | 8.1° | cold |
| MarchMar | 7.5° | 6.9° | 8.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 8.5° | 7.4° | 9.3° | cold |
| MayMay | 10.3° | 9.1° | 11.2° | cold |
| JuneJun | 12.2° | 11.5° | 13.2° | cold |
| JulyJul | 13.9° | 12.9° | 14.7° | cold |
| AugustAug | 14.4° | 13.5° | 15.2° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 13.1° | 12.4° | 13.9° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 10.8° | 10.1° | 11.9° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 9.2° | 8.6° | 10.3° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 8.3° | 7.5° | 9.3° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Bella Bella
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 3.0 of 10.8 hours of daylight in Bella Bella, 28 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Bella Bella: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Bella Bella has about 21 rainy days with 360 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Bella Bella
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 2 · lowLittle protection needed; sunglasses on bright days.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 7).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 75 min
- Fair skin
- about 90 min
- Light brown skin
- over 2 h
- Olive skin
- over 2 h
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Bella Bella
How breezy and how cloudy Bella Bella is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Bella Bella typically peaks at 17 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 78 % of the sky over Bella Bella: mostly cloudy, with about 3.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Snow in Bella Bella
When Bella Bella is likely to be white: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in Bella Bella.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
Planning a trip to Bella Bella
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Bella Bella in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Bella Bella has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 71) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 0).
- 20
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 11 °C by day
- Sea 8 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
- 54
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 71
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
- 26
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 3.0 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 0
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 5 °C by day
- Sea 8 °C
- 1.7 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 30 min
- Distance
- 7,500 km
- Time zone
- UTC−7
- Jet lag
- About 5 days (8 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Bella Bella vs Bella Coola
In October the holiday weather in Bella Bella and Bella Coola is about equally good (score 26 vs 28). During the day it is about as warm in Bella Coola as in Bella Bella. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Bella Bella | Bella Coola |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 26 | 28 |
| Daytime high | 13° | 13° |
| Sea | 11° | 11° |
| Sunshine | 3 h | 3 h |
| Rainy days | 21 | 21 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jul – Aug |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Bella Bella
When is the best time to visit Bella Bella?
The best time to visit Bella Bella is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Bella Bella?
The sea temperature in Bella Bella ranges from 7.4 °C in February to 14.4 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Bella Bella in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 10.8 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Bella Bella?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 19 °C and nights around 12 °C. December is the coolest month at 5 °C.
When does it rain most in Bella Bella?
Rain is frequent from October to May; the wettest month is November with 370 mm. The driest month is July with 111 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Bella Bella get?
Bella Bella gets around 1,430 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 5.9 hours a day; in December there are 1.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Bella Bella in?
Bella Bella is on UTC−8 in January and UTC−7 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Bella Bella?
A nonstop flight from London to Bella Bella takes about 9 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,500 km.
Which school holidays are best for Bella Bella?
Bella Bella has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 71) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 0). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 20, May half-term 54, summer holidays 71, October half-term 26, Christmas holidays 0.