While you're unlikely to encounter snow any time of year in Vancouver, odds are pretty high that you'll experience some of that infamous Vancouver rain if you visit over the winter. Plus, it's not unusual to experience a few extra warm and sunny days right in the middle of winter in Vancouver - it's like a bonus sneak peek of spring. It's not Florida or Hawaii, but it's warm enough to actually enjoy being outside. The average daily high temperature in January in Vancouver is 6.9 degrees Celsius (44 degrees Fahrenheit), with daily lows of 1.4 degrees Celsius (34.5 degrees Fahrenheit). While the rest of the country is zipping up their winter parkas and scraping frost off their windshields, Vancouverites can be found taking a leisurely stroll on the Sea Wall, enjoying lunch on a sunny patio, or even playing a round of golf (seriously - there are golf courses that are open year-round). Top-Rated Hiking Trails near Victoria, BC.The difference is that you can enjoy these activities comfortably, without losing feeling in your fingers and toes!Īccommodation: Top-Rated Resorts on Vancouver Island You can still experience winter activities in Victoria, like ice-skating, Christmas light tours, and a cozy cup of tea. There's plenty to do in winter in Victoria even the popular Butchart Gardens remains open in the dead of winter (though you'll have to head to their indoor gardens to see flowers in bloom).įlower pots blooming in December in Victoria | Photo Copyright: Lana Law There's a reason so many people choose to retire to Victoria and other beautiful places on Vancouver Island: the gloriously mild winters make it pleasant to enjoy a stroll outside year-round. It boasts the highest average temperatures in the entire country, with an average daily high temperature of 7.6 degrees Celsius (45.7 degrees Fahrenheit) and an average daily low temperature of 1.5 degrees Celsius (34.7 degrees Fahrenheit) in January, the peak of the Canadian winter. Victoria – the capital of British Columbia – has the distinct honor of being Canada's warmest city. Victoria's Inner Harbour in April | Photo Copyright: Lana Law Find the best places to visit at this chilly time of year with our list of the warmest places in Canada in winter. The destinations listed here are not just the warmest places, they are interesting towns and cities where travelers will want to spend some time, even an entire winter. But as you'll discover, there are a few cities located in some of Canada's other provinces that are warmer than most – a few of which might surprise you! Although BC is home to some of the best ski areas in the world, many of its coastal communities benefit from warmer temperatures and mild climates. There's a clear theme to the destinations on this list: most of them are located in Canada's westernmost province, British Columbia.
If you're traveling in Canada in the winter but prefer to stick to places with mild winters – and yes, such places do exist – then this list is for you. While chilly Canadian winters can be a lot of fun (think ice-skating on frozen canals, skiing down snowy mountains, or watching the Northern Lights dance in the winter sky), not everyone is willing to brave the frigid temperatures of the Great White North. When most people think about winter in Canada, one thing comes to mind: cold. Written by Magee Walker and Michael Law Updated Nov 26, 2021
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