Whistler, Canada Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Whistler
Weather in Whistler is shaped by its oceanic climate - expect mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. August afternoons typically reach 75°F (24°C), while December highs hover near 34°F (1°C). Annual precipitation averages 86.1 inches (2186 mm) over about 183 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: August - highs near 75°F (24°C)
- Coldest month: December - highs near 34°F (1°C)
- Record high: 103°F (39°C) · Record low: -18°F (-28°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: November (19 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (13.4 h sun/day)
- Climate type: oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
- Snow: about 110 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 75°F (24°C) and overnight lows stay near 54°F (12°C). The coolest month is December, with typical highs of 34°F (1°C) and lows around 24°F (-4°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 103°F (39°C) and dropped as low as -18°F (-28°C).
Rain, sun and snow
November is usually the wettest month. It brings about 13.5 inches (343 mm) of rain over 19 days, while July is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.4 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 110 days in a typical year, mostly from September through June.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36° | 26° | 20 | 13.0 in | 3.5 h/day | 83% |
| February | 36° | 24° | 16 | 7.0 in | 5.2 h/day | 78% |
| March | 42° | 29° | 18 | 7.8 in | 7.1 h/day | 77% |
| April | 48° | 33° | 16 | 5.6 in | 9.0 h/day | 75% |
| May | 61° | 41° | 13 | 3.5 in | 11.4 h/day | 72% |
| June | 65° | 47° | 15 | 3.7 in | 12.0 h/day | 73% |
| July | 74° | 54° | 9 | 2.1 in | 13.4 h/day | 69% |
| August | 75° | 54° | 8 | 2.6 in | 12.0 h/day | 68% |
| September | 64° | 47° | 12 | 5.5 in | 8.8 h/day | 77% |
| October | 52° | 39° | 16 | 9.7 in | 5.8 h/day | 80% |
| November | 40° | 29° | 19 | 13.5 in | 3.9 h/day | 82% |
| December | 34° | 24° | 20 | 12.1 in | 3.3 h/day | 82% |
Whistler month by month
Whistler weather in January
January brings highs around 36°F (2°C), lows near 26°F (-3°C), about 20 wet days and roughly 18 snowy days.
Whistler weather in February
February brings highs around 36°F (2°C), lows near 24°F (-4°C), about 16 wet days and roughly 14 snowy days.
Whistler weather in March
March brings highs around 42°F (6°C), lows near 29°F (-2°C), about 18 wet days and roughly 16 snowy days.
Whistler weather in April
April brings highs around 48°F (9°C), lows near 33°F (0°C), about 16 wet days and roughly 13 snowy days.
Whistler weather in May
May brings highs around 61°F (16°C), lows near 41°F (5°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days.
Whistler weather in June
June brings highs around 65°F (18°C), lows near 47°F (9°C), about 15 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Whistler weather in July
July brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 9 wet days - typically the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Whistler.
Whistler weather in August
August brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 8 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Whistler.
Whistler weather in September
September brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 47°F (9°C), about 12 wet days.
Whistler weather in October
October brings highs around 52°F (11°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 16 wet days and roughly 9 snowy days.
Whistler weather in November
November brings highs around 40°F (5°C), lows near 29°F (-2°C), about 19 wet days and roughly 16 snowy days - typically the wettest month of the year in Whistler.
Whistler weather in December
December brings highs around 34°F (1°C), lows near 24°F (-4°C), about 20 wet days and roughly 18 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Whistler.
Seasons in Whistler
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Whistler is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 50°F (10°C) and nights around 34°F (1°C); expect showers on roughly 47 days across the season, plus around 32 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Whistler brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 71°F (22°C) and nights around 52°F (11°C); expect showers on roughly 32 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Whistler runs cold, with daytime highs averaging 52°F (11°C) and nights around 39°F (4°C); expect showers on roughly 48 days across the season, plus around 26 snowy days.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Whistler is frigid, with daytime highs averaging 35°F (2°C) and nights around 25°F (-4°C); expect showers on roughly 56 days across the season, plus around 51 snowy days. Wind makes those temperatures feel harsher than they sound - pair the forecast winds with the wind speed converter to judge conditions on exposed skin.
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Best time to visit Whistler
The best time to visit Whistler is generally May to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 68°F (20°C).
Pack for Whistler with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - August nights average 54°F (12°C).
Whistler temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.