Best time to visit Victoria
Go inJune–September
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Canada’s mildest major city; spring comes early.
See Victoria on the globeVictoria month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 8°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| February | Poor | 9°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| March | Poor | 11°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Mixed | 14°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| May | Good | 17°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | Orca watching |
| June | Great | 19°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | Orca watching |
| July | Great | 22°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | Orca watching |
| August | Great | 22°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | Orca watching |
| September | Great | 19°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | Orca watching |
| October | Mixed | 14°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | Orca watching |
| November | Poor | 10°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| December | Poor | 7°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
Festivals, events and seasons in Victoria
- May–Oct🌿 Orca watchingWhale tours from the Inner Harbour.
Good to know
- Flights to Victoria are usually cheapest in October–March. The catch: October–March are rainy.
- Crowds and prices peak in July–August, so book early.
- The heaviest rain falls in November–February.
Victoria holds an annual flower count every February.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Victoria?
The best time to visit Victoria is June–September. Canada’s mildest major city; spring comes early.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Victoria?
Flights are usually cheapest in October–March, when demand is lowest.
When is Victoria busiest?
Victoria is busiest in July–August.
What is the weather like in Victoria?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 22°C, and December the coolest at 7°C. The wettest period is October–March.
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