Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Victoria in July
Victoria sees its driest month, with just 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain, highs of 70°F (21°C) and lows of 56°F (13°C).
At 95/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (18 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 44%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 95/100 · Great
What July feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 70°F (21°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 56°F (13°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (18 mm) for the whole month.
With about 15 h 31 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around July
July is one of Victoria's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 87/100 in June to 95/100.
- July sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 56°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Victoria in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Inner Harbour
Harbour framed by the Parliament Buildings and the Fairmont Empress, busy with floatplanes and buskers.
Red Fish Blue Fish
Takeout fish-and-chip shack built from a shipping container on the harbour pier.
Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub
Canada's oldest brewpub, opened in 1984, with harbour views and house ales.
Butchart Gardens
Century-old gardens in a former quarry, with the Sunken Garden and summer fireworks.
Why now July scores 95/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Dallas Road Waterfront
Clifftop walk with Olympic Mountain views, ending near Mile Zero of the Trans-Canada.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 0.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in July
- San Juan Island in July~18 mi · highs 70°F, 0.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Olympic NP in July~45 mi · highs 59°F, 1.2 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Vancouver in July~60 mi · highs 75°F, 2.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Bainbridge Island in July~68 mi · highs 75°F, 0.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Victoria in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Victoria?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 95/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain. July is inside the Jun – Sep window our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends.
How hot is Victoria in July?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 56°F (13°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Victoria in July?
Not much: about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.0 in (991 mm).
What should I pack for Victoria in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 56°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in July
- Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria Jun – Sep
Planning Victoria in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.