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Weather & Climate in North Saanich, BC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
North Saanich experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. The area receives 8.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 242 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 14.4 sq mi (37.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 853/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.6663°N, 123.4193°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
510 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Apr 14, 1990 | 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington | M5.0 | 94 km | 12 km |
| Jun 23, 1997 | 2 km NE of Enetai, Washington | M4.9 | 134 km | 13 km |
| Apr 25, 2003 | 26 km W of Brinnon, Washington | M4.8 | 111 km | 51 km |
| Feb 21, 2025 | 28 km W of Squamish, Canada | M4.8 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Jan 30, 2009 | 6 km ESE of Lofall, Washington | M4.7 | 116 km | 62 km |
| Jul 12, 2019 | 2 km S of Roosevelt, Washington | M4.6 | 136 km | 29 km |
| Jan 24, 2020 | 46 km WNW of Neah Bay, Washington | M4.5 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Mar 3, 2025 | 2025 Orcas Island, Washington | M4.5 | 46 km | 16 km |
| Jun 24, 1997 | 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada | M4.4 | 65 km | 3 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington | M4.3 | 92 km | 0 km |
| Feb 19, 1991 | 31 km E of Squamish, Canada | M4.3 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Feb 22, 1996 | 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada | M4.1 | 141 km | 2 km |
| Sep 21, 2002 | 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington | M4.1 | 30 km | 23 km |
| Feb 23, 2017 | 11 km NE of Hoodsport, Washington | M4.1 | 135 km | 15 km |
| Jun 15, 1994 | 1 km WNW of Hoodsport, Washington | M4.0 | 141 km | 44 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington | M4.0 | 93 km | 1 km |
| Apr 14, 1990 | 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington | M4.0 | 92 km | 3 km |
| Dec 27, 2012 | 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada | M4.0 | 13 km | 54 km |
| Sep 26, 2024 | 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada | M4.0 | 16 km | 52 km |
| Jul 1, 2009 | 4 km SE of Coupeville, Washington | M4.0 | 78 km | 58 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK | Meteorological | 38.0 m | - | 136 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | - | 74 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | - | - | 103 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (119 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 119 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 135 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 181 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: DELABARRE (4,176 acres, 2023).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2023 | DELABARRE | 4,176 | 99 km |
| 2016 | HAYES TWO | 2,679 | 96 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 5.6 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
North Saanich has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 39°F in December to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.8").