The best times to visit Hope for ideal weather are
May 7th to October 7th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Hope Travel Guide
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Weather in Hope
Temperature
Average temperatures in Hope vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 32nd 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 Hope, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 81.8°F (27.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 57.6°F (14.2°C) at night.
Hope Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Hope 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.
Hope Perceived Temperature (F)
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Hope Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Hope 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 | 41.7 | 35.8 | 31.5 |
| Feb | 46.6 | 39.1 | 33.9 |
| Mar | 52 | 42.4 | 35.7 |
| Apr | 59 | 47.9 | 39.7 |
| May | 68 | 56.1 | 46.9 |
| Jun | 71.3 | 60.7 | 52 |
| Jul | 79.6 | 67.5 | 56.6 |
| Aug | 79 | 66.8 | 57.2 |
| Sep | 73 | 60.6 | 52.1 |
| Oct | 59.5 | 51 | 45.1 |
| Nov | 46.7 | 40.9 | 36.6 |
| Dec | 39.4 | 34.4 | 30.8 |
Show Celsius
| Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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| Jan | 5.4 | 2.1 | -0.3 |
| Feb | 8.1 | 3.9 | 1.1 |
| Mar | 11.1 | 5.8 | 2.1 |
| Apr | 15 | 8.8 | 4.3 |
| May | 20 | 13.4 | 8.3 |
| Jun | 21.8 | 15.9 | 11.1 |
| Jul | 26.4 | 19.7 | 13.7 |
| Aug | 26.1 | 19.3 | 14 |
| Sep | 22.8 | 15.9 | 11.2 |
| Oct | 15.3 | 10.6 | 7.3 |
| Nov | 8.2 | 4.9 | 2.6 |
| Dec | 4.1 | 1.3 | -0.7 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Hope are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid July. For example, on the week of July 9th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid March with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of March 12th.
When can you find snow in Hope? Weather stations report a bit of annual snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to early January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Hope is often around around February 19th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Hope.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Hope (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) |
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| Jan | 38% | 0.9 | 8.7 |
| Feb | 36% | 0.6 | 5.8 |
| Mar | 49% | 0.4 | 9.2 |
| Apr | 37% | 0.4 | 5.2 |
| May | 27% | 0 | 3.9 |
| Jun | 22% | 0 | 2.6 |
| Jul | 10% | 0 | 1.4 |
| Aug | 12% | 0 | 2.1 |
| Sep | 23% | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 36% | 0 | 7.1 |
| Nov | 53% | 0.4 | 11.3 |
| Dec | 48% | 0.8 | 8.3 |
Show Centimeters
| Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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| Jan | 38 | 2.3 | 22.1 |
| Feb | 36 | 1.5 | 14.7 |
| Mar | 49 | 1 | 23.4 |
| Apr | 37 | 1 | 13.2 |
| May | 27 | 0 | 9.9 |
| Jun | 22 | 0 | 6.6 |
| Jul | 10 | 0 | 3.6 |
| Aug | 12 | 0 | 5.3 |
| Sep | 23 | 0 | 10.2 |
| Oct | 36 | 0 | 18 |
| Nov | 53 | 1 | 28.7 |
| Dec | 48 | 2 | 21.1 |
Humidity and Wind
Hope has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (59.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (79.5%).
Wind in Hope is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by December and November. January’s average wind speed of around 8.2 knots (9.4 MPH or 15.2 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 to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 15.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Hope.
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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 | 8.2 | Gentle breeze | 14.4 | Significant breeze |
| Feb | 6.9 | Light breeze | 12.5 | Significant breeze |
| Mar | 6 | Light breeze | 13.1 | Significant breeze |
| Apr | 6 | Light breeze | 13.5 | Significant breeze |
| May | 5.9 | Light breeze | 12.6 | Significant breeze |
| Jun | 6 | Light breeze | 12.5 | Significant breeze |
| Jul | 6.4 | Light breeze | 13 | Significant breeze |
| Aug | 6 | Light breeze | 12.4 | Significant breeze |
| Sep | 5.8 | Light breeze | 11.8 | Significant breeze |
| Oct | 5.7 | Light breeze | 11.7 | Significant breeze |
| Nov | 6.9 | Light breeze | 13.4 | Significant breeze |
| Dec | 7.6 | Gentle breeze | 13.7 | Significant breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
| Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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| Jan | 77.1% |
| Feb | 73% |
| Mar | 73.1% |
| Apr | 63.7% |
| May | 62.1% |
| Jun | 64.8% |
| Jul | 59.1% |
| Aug | 62.4% |
| Sep | 67.1% |
| Oct | 76.9% |
| Nov | 79.5% |
| Dec | 77.9% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Hope?
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The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Hope, 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 Hope 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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Overall Hope Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 71.3°F (21.8°C) and 47.2°F (8.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 9 to 15 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 very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 3 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Hope, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 77.9°F (25.5°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 7 to 16 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 too cold this time of year in Hope to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 38.9°F (3.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 15 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.
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