Burnaby, British Columbia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Burnaby get?

Burnaby gets 1530 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 149 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 71% of Canada.

November is the wettest month, with 235 mm. August is the driest, with 45 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 17.

Does it snow in Burnaby?

The snowiest winter on record is 1996–97, with 271 cm.

Burnaby weather by month

Burnaby weather in January

In January, Burnaby averages a high of 6°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 215 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 13% of daylight hours. The January record high is 17°C (1981) and the record low is -12°C (1982).

Burnaby weather in February

In February, Burnaby averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 117 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (1977) and the record low is -14°C (1989).

Burnaby weather in March

In March, Burnaby averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 167 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (2004) and the record low is -8°C (1976).

Burnaby weather in April

In April, Burnaby averages a high of 13°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 112 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2016) and the record low is -2°C (2008).

Burnaby weather in May

In May, Burnaby averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (1983) and the record low is -1°C (2002).

Burnaby weather in June

In June, Burnaby averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2021) and the record low is 3°C (2021). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Burnaby weather in July

In July, Burnaby averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The July record high is 34°C (2006) and the record low is 5°C (1979). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Burnaby weather in August

In August, Burnaby averages a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The August record high is 33°C (1978) and the record low is 3°C (1973). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Burnaby weather in September

In September, Burnaby averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (1988) and the record low is 2°C (2000). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Burnaby weather in October

In October, Burnaby averages a high of 12°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 157 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (1987) and the record low is -7°C (1984).

Burnaby weather in November

In November, Burnaby averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 235 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (2016) and the record low is -14°C (1985).

Burnaby weather in December

In December, Burnaby averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 190 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The December record high is 13°C (1988) and the record low is -18°C (2021).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Burnaby

July is the sunniest month in Burnaby, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 13%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Burnaby is cloudier than 69% of Canada.

Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in July at 70%.

Burnaby has about 2 days a year above 32°C. Burnaby is cooler than 92% of Canada.

First and last freeze in Burnaby

The first fall freeze in Burnaby typically comes around November 18, and the last spring freeze around March 29. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 234 days.

Burnaby weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Burnaby station is 39°C, on June 28, 2021. The coldest is -18°C, on December 30, 2021.

The wettest day on record brought 150 mm of rain, on June 20, 2020.

42 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Burnaby

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near 1°C. Snow is possible.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 7°C.

Burnaby climate questions

How much rain does Burnaby get?

Burnaby gets 1530 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 149 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Burnaby?

November is the wettest month in Burnaby, with 235 mm. August is the driest, with 45 mm.

How many rainy days does Burnaby have a year?

Burnaby has about 149 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Burnaby?

July is the warmest month in Burnaby, with an average high of 22°C.

What is the coldest month in Burnaby?

December is the coldest month in Burnaby, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Burnaby?

The record high at the Burnaby station is 39°C, set on June 28, 2021. The record low is -18°C, on December 30, 2021.

What is the sunniest month in Burnaby?

July is the sunniest month in Burnaby, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Burnaby?

The first fall freeze in Burnaby typically comes around November 18. The last spring freeze is around March 29.

What is the best time to visit Burnaby?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.