The best times to visit Dawson Creek for ideal weather are

June 18th to August 26th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Dawson Creek Travel Info

Weather in Dawson Creek

Temperature

Average temperatures in Dawson Creek vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 43rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Dawson Creek, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 76.2°F (24.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 49.8°F (9.9°C) at night.

Dawson Creek Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Dawson Creek Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Dawson Creek Perceived Temperature (F)

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Dawson Creek Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Dawson Creek Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 23.9 13.8 4.4
Feb 25 13.9 4.4
Mar 32.8 21.5 12.2
Apr 48.6 37.3 27.4
May 63 50.1 36.9
Jun 69.8 57.8 45.2
Jul 75.2 62.3 49.4
Aug 73.1 59.5 46.8
Sep 65.6 51.9 40.4
Oct 50.7 39.9 31.1
Nov 30.8 21.1 12.5
Dec 17.5 7.9 -1.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -4.5 -10.1 -15.3
Feb -3.9 -10.1 -15.3
Mar 0.4 -5.8 -11
Apr 9.2 2.9 -2.6
May 17.2 10.1 2.7
Jun 21 14.3 7.3
Jul 24 16.8 9.7
Aug 22.8 15.3 8.2
Sep 18.7 11.1 4.7
Oct 10.4 4.4 -0.5
Nov -0.7 -6.1 -10.8
Dec -8.1 -13.4 -18.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Dawson Creek are February, January, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Dawson Creek? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Dawson Creek.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Dawson Creek (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 2% 0 0.3
Feb 1% 0 0.1
Mar 3% 0 0.2
Apr 3% 0 0.3
May 4% 0 0.6
Jun 9% 0 1.1
Jul 7% 0 0.9
Aug 4% 0 0.3
Sep 5% 0 0.6
Oct 6% 0 0.7
Nov 3% 0 0.3
Dec 3% 0 0.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 0 0.8
Feb 1 0 0.3
Mar 3 0 0.5
Apr 3 0 0.8
May 4 0 1.5
Jun 9 0 2.8
Jul 7 0 2.3
Aug 4 0 0.8
Sep 5 0 1.5
Oct 6 0 1.8
Nov 3 0 0.8
Dec 3 0 1

 

Humidity and Wind

Dawson Creek has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is May (42.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (67.3%).

Wind in Dawson Creek is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and October. April’s average wind speed of around 7.1 knots (8.1 MPH or 13.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early May where average top sustained speeds reach 16.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Dawson Creek.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.2 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
Feb 5 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Mar 5.9 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Apr 7.1 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
May 7 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Jun 6.6 Light breeze 15 Significant breeze
Jul 6.6 Light breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Aug 6 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Sep 6.4 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Oct 6.9 Light breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Nov 5.9 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Dec 4.8 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61.4%
Feb 63.4%
Mar 58.5%
Apr 48.7%
May 42.3%
Jun 49.2%
Jul 51.1%
Aug 53.7%
Sep 54.5%
Oct 59.8%
Nov 66.6%
Dec 67.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Dawson Creek?

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The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Dawson Creek, BC, Canada is July, followed by May and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Dawson Creek in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.3 in December means 36.3% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Dawson Creek Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.3°F (20.7°C) and 24°F (-4.4°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with roughly 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 1 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Dawson Creek, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 68.3°F (20.2°C) and 22.4°F (-5.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 2 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Dawson Creek to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 29.6°F (-1.3°C) and 13.6°F (-10.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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