AI-generatedPowell River at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug
- Warmest month
- Jul · 24°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 17.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,990 h
- Rain a year
- 1,741 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC−8 / UTC−7
- Elevation
- 41 m
Climate in Powell River
Powell River has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 24 °C, while December is the coolest at 6 °C. With around 1,990 hours of sunshine a year, Powell River is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Powell River
The best time to visit Powell River is from July to August. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in August it only reaches 17.1 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to September. Rain is frequent from October to April; the wettest month is November with 261 mm.
Powell River through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Powell River in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 10–18 °C by day
- Sea 10 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 44 rainy days in all
Powell River in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 21–24 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Powell River in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 9–20 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 45 rainy days in all
Powell River in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 6–8 °C by day
- Sea 8 °C
- 2.6 h of sun a day
- 53 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Sep
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct – Apr
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
Snow
Dec – 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: July – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 7°
- Midday, 13:00: about 13°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 14°
- Evening, 20:00: about 11°
- Night, 23:00: about 9°
07:3818:30
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 07:18–08:22 · evening 17:45–18:50
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:05–07:18 · evening 18:50–19:02
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 Powell River compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 17° at the start of the month to 11° at the end. The sea cools from 13° to 10°. The days get 1.8 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 17° | 11° |
| Night-time low | 9° | 5° |
| Sea | 13° | 10° |
| Daylight | 11.7 h | 10.0 h |
What is the weather like in Powell River in October?
In October, Powell River is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 11.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 207 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 10 h 52 min07:38 – 18:30
- UV index
- 2 · lowclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 68 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−7offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %12 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %12 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Powell River
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 Powell River: score 68 against 5. In July, days are 10 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 6 °C warmer in July. July has 10 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 6 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 5 | 68better |
| Daytime high | 14° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 7° | 14° |
| Sea | 11.5° | 17.0° |
| Sunshine | 3.7 h | 10.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 16 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 207 mm | 41 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Powell River month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
0January7° · Sea 7° · 2.2 h
In January, Powell River is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 7.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 235 mm. Snow falls on about 4 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in January7February8° · Sea 7° · 3.6 h
In February, Powell River is cold: daytime highs average 8 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 7.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 138 mm. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in February4March10° · Sea 8° · 4.1 h
In March, Powell River is cold: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 8.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 178 mm. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in March16April13° · Sea 10° · 6.2 h
In April, Powell River is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 9.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 126 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in April24May18° · Sea 13° · 7.5 h
In May, Powell River is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 12.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 87 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in May37June21° · Sea 15° · 8.1 h
In June, Powell River is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 69 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in June68July24° · Sea 17° · 10.1 h
In July, Powell River is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in July67August24° · Sea 17° · 9.0 h
In August, Powell River is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in August28September20° · Sea 15° · 6.5 h
In September, Powell River is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 110 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in September5October14° · Sea 12° · 3.7 h
In October, Powell River is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 11.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 207 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in October0November9° · Sea 9° · 2.2 h
In November, Powell River is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 9.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 261 mm. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in November0December6° · Sea 8° · 1.9 h
In December, Powell River is cold: daytime highs average 6 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 8.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 235 mm. Snow falls on about 5 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Powell River.
Powell River in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Powell River
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 7°. The room should be heated.
The coolest nights are in February (2°), the warmest in July (14°). Nights fall below 8 °C on average from October to April, 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 | 7° | 2° | 7.4° | 2.2 h | 19 | 235 |
| FebruaryFeb | 7 | 8° | 2° | 7.3° | 3.6 h | 15 | 138 |
| MarchMar | 4 | 10° | 3° | 8.0° | 4.1 h | 18 | 178 |
| AprilApr | 16 | 13° | 5° | 9.6° | 6.2 h | 14 | 126 |
| MayMay | 24 | 18° | 8° | 12.8° | 7.5 h | 12 | 87 |
| JuneJun | 37 | 21° | 11° | 15.4° | 8.1 h | 10 | 69 |
| JulyJul | 68 | 24° | 14° | 17.0° | 10.1 h | 6 | 41 |
| AugustAug | 67 | 24° | 14° | 17.1° | 9.0 h | 6 | 55 |
| SeptemberSep | 28 | 20° | 11° | 14.6° | 6.5 h | 10 | 110 |
| OctoberOct | 5 | 14° | 7° | 11.5° | 3.7 h | 16 | 207 |
| NovemberNov | 0 | 9° | 4° | 9.4° | 2.2 h | 19 | 261 |
| DecemberDec | 0 | 6° | 2° | 8.0° | 1.9 h | 19 | 235 |
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
Sea temperature in Powell River
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 10.8 – 12.1 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Powell River ranges from 7.3 °C in February to 17.1 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From November to January 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 15.6 and 18.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 7.4° | 6.9° | 8.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 7.3° | 6.8° | 7.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 8.0° | 7.3° | 8.5° | cold |
| AprilApr | 9.6° | 8.8° | 10.4° | cold |
| MayMay | 12.8° | 11.6° | 14.3° | cold |
| JuneJun | 15.4° | 14.5° | 16.4° | cold |
| JulyJul | 17.0° | 16.3° | 17.9° | fresh |
| AugustAug | 17.1° | 15.6° | 18.1° | fresh |
| SeptemberSep | 14.6° | 13.9° | 15.7° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 11.5° | 10.8° | 12.1° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 9.4° | 8.8° | 9.8° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 8.0° | 7.3° | 8.6° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Powell River
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 3.7 of 10.9 hours of daylight in Powell River, 34 % 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
Rain in Powell River: 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, Powell River has about 16 rainy days with 207 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Powell River
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 8).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 60 min
- Fair skin
- about 75 min
- Light brown skin
- about 105 min
- 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Powell River
How breezy and how cloudy Powell River 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 Powell River typically peaks at 12 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 68 % of the sky over Powell River: mostly cloudy, with about 3.7 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.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Powell River
How often the day gets hot in Powell River (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Powell River has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 14 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Snow
Snow in Powell River
Snow is possible in Powell River, but no month makes it likely: 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 Powell River.
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 Powell River
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Powell River 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.
Powell River has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 67) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 0).
- 12
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 12 °C by day
- Sea 9 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
- 27
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 67
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 5
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 0
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 6 °C by day
- Sea 8 °C
- 2.1 h of sun a day
- 19 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 40 min
- Distance
- 7,570 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.
Good to know: Canada
- Currency
- Canadian Dollar (CAD)
- Languages
- English, French
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 120 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +1
- Emergency number
- 911
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 120 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Powell River vs Courtenay
In October the holiday weather in Powell River and Courtenay is about equally good (score 5 vs 2). During the day it is about as warm in Courtenay as in Powell River. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Powell River | Courtenay |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 5 | 2 |
| Daytime high | 14° | 14° |
| Sea | 12° | 12° |
| Sunshine | 4 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 16 | 19 |
| Best time | Jul – Aug | Jul – Aug |
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Frequently asked questions about Powell River
When is the best time to visit Powell River?
The best time to visit Powell River is from July to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Powell River?
The sea temperature in Powell River ranges from 7.3 °C in February to 17.1 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Powell River in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 11.5 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Powell River?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 24 °C and nights around 14 °C. December is the coolest month at 6 °C.
When does it rain most in Powell River?
Rain is frequent from October to April; the wettest month is November with 261 mm. The driest month is July with 41 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Powell River get?
Powell River gets around 1,990 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.1 hours a day; in December there are 1.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Powell River in?
Powell River is on UTC−8 in January and UTC−7 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Powell River?
A nonstop flight from London to Powell River takes about 9 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,570 km.
Which school holidays are best for Powell River?
Powell River has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 67) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 0). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 12, May half-term 27, summer holidays 67, October half-term 5, Christmas holidays 0.