Powell River Weather in July (1981–2025)

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July at a Glance in Powell River

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
20.4°C
Avg Low
❄️
12.3°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
16.4°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
52 mm
Avg Humidity
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76%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.6 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6.1
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+8.8°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons🌤️Cool mornings☀️Very sunny🌦️Some rain🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Powell River July Weather Overview

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Powell River, with average highs near 20.4°C and lows around 12.3°C (mean 16.4°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 52 mm of rainfall and 76% relative humidity across the period.

Powell River July Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Powell River. Across 45 years of records, the warmest July in Powell River was 2021 — when the month averaged 18.5°C — while the coldest was 1986 at 13.8°C. Typical July days reach 20.4°C with nights near 12.3°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.6°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp15.6°C→17.9°C+2.3°C
Max Temp19.8°C→22.2°C+2.4°C
Min Temp11.4°C→13.6°C+2.2°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

13.0°C–14.5°C3 yr (7%)
14.5°C–16.0°C15 yr (33%)
16.0°C–17.5°C17 yr (38%)
17.5°C–19.0°C10 yr (22%)

Powell River July Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

July is one of the drier months in Powell River, averaging 52 mm of rainfall. The wettest July on record was 2019 with 116 mm, while the driest was 1985 at 3 mm.

Powell River July Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Powell River during July averages 76%. The most humid July was 1993 at 81%, and the least humid was 1985 at 69%.

Powell River July Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

July receives about 6.1 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Powell River. The sunniest July was 2013 at 7.4 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1993 at 4.9.

Powell River July Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Powell River during July is 0.6 m/s. The windiest Julys were 2018, 2019 and 2020, among others at 0.7 m/s, while the calmest were 2023, 2024 and 2025, among others at 0.6 m/s.

What July Feels Like in Powell River

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Cool
Morning
🌞
Mild
Afternoon
🌆
Cool
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★★★

How July Ranks in Powell River

🔥2nd warmest month of the year
🌵1st driest month of the year
☀️1st sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Powell River Weather by Month

Powell River July Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp15.2°C16.2°C16.5°C16.8°C17.6°C+2.4°C
Avg High19.2°C20.2°C20.5°C20.9°C21.8°C+2.6°C
Avg Low11.2°C12.1°C12.4°C12.7°C13.4°C+2.2°C
Avg Rain50 mm58 mm50 mm58 mm40 mm-9 mm

Extreme July Records in Powell River

🔥Warmest July33.7°C2007
🧊Coldest July5.3°C1986
🌧️Wettest July116 mm2019
🏜️Driest July3 mm1985
🌬️Windiest July0.7 m/s1983

Key Insights for July

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July temperatures in Powell River have risen by about 2.3°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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July has ranged from a record low of 5.3°C (1986) to a record high of 33.7°C (2007).

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Rainfall in July is one of the drier months, averaging 52 mm, with a wettest year of 116 mm.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Powell River?

One of the best times to visit Powell River

July is one of the best times to visit Powell River. Expect days averaging 20.4°C and nights around 12.3°C (mean 16.4°C) — warmer than Powell River's yearly average — with moderate rainfall (52 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Powell River's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Powell River Weather in July — In Depth

☀️ July climate overview

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Powell River, with average highs near 20.4°C and lows around 12.3°C (mean 16.4°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 52 mm of rainfall and 76% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in July

July averages 52 mm of rainfall in Powell River, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest July on record saw 116 mm (2019), and the driest just 3 mm (1985). Humidity sits around 76% and average wind speed is 0.6 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6.1 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How July has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average July temperatures have risen by about 2.3°C. Daytime highs moved from 19.8°C to 22.2°C and overnight lows from 11.4°C to 13.6°C over the same span.
July Weather in Powell River, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202521.4°C17.3°C13.1°C25.9°C9.1°C34 mm78%0.6 m/s6.9
202422.9°C18.2°C13.4°C30.6°C10.0°C31 mm74%0.6 m/s7
202321.9°C17.7°C13.5°C26.9°C8.5°C52 mm73%0.6 m/s6.7
202221.9°C17.9°C13.9°C32.5°C10.0°C38 mm76%0.6 m/s6
2021 🔥22.7°C18.5°C14.3°C29.8°C10.7°C31 mm75%0.6 m/s6.8
202019.7°C15.9°C12.0°C32.8°C8.5°C55 mm77%0.7 m/s6
2019 🌧️19.8°C16.4°C13.0°C23.7°C9.1°C116 mm79%0.7 m/s5.2
201823.0°C18.3°C13.6°C33.7°C7.8°C67 mm72%0.7 m/s6.8
201720.7°C16.7°C12.6°C25.6°C9.4°C42 mm74%0.7 m/s6.5
201619.5°C16.0°C12.5°C25.4°C8.9°C74 mm80%0.7 m/s5.6
201522.3°C18.0°C13.7°C30.1°C10.3°C59 mm73%0.6 m/s6.5
201422.0°C17.6°C13.2°C30.1°C10.4°C74 mm76%0.7 m/s6.4
201322.2°C17.4°C12.6°C29.2°C8.8°C15 mm74%0.7 m/s7.4
201220.7°C16.9°C13.1°C27.5°C8.4°C52 mm77%0.6 m/s6
201117.9°C14.5°C11.1°C28.5°C7.5°C74 mm78%0.6 m/s5
201020.8°C16.1°C11.5°C28.1°C7.4°C7 mm76%0.7 m/s7.3
200923.0°C18.4°C13.8°C32.8°C7.5°C30 mm73%0.6 m/s6.7
200819.4°C15.7°C11.9°C24.3°C8.9°C50 mm76%0.7 m/s6.1
200720.7°C16.8°C12.9°C33.7°C9.7°C94 mm78%0.7 m/s5.6
200620.9°C17.0°C13.0°C32.0°C9.4°C32 mm76%0.6 m/s6
200519.0°C15.3°C11.5°C24.3°C8.7°C93 mm81%0.7 m/s5.7
200422.1°C17.7°C13.3°C31.5°C8.9°C29 mm74%0.6 m/s6.4
200321.1°C16.8°C12.6°C28.3°C8.2°C30 mm73%0.6 m/s6.3
200220.8°C16.5°C12.2°C31.6°C7.9°C17 mm73%0.6 m/s6.2
200118.9°C15.1°C11.3°C27.1°C9.3°C33 mm79%0.6 m/s6
200018.9°C15.3°C11.8°C30.0°C7.6°C94 mm78%0.7 m/s5.4
199919.1°C15.3°C11.5°C24.8°C7.4°C63 mm77%0.6 m/s6.2
199822.1°C18.2°C14.3°C31.9°C9.9°C76 mm78%0.6 m/s5.9
199719.5°C15.8°C12.1°C25.0°C9.6°C82 mm78%0.7 m/s6
199620.9°C16.2°C11.5°C27.5°C7.0°C46 mm76%0.7 m/s6.5
199519.8°C16.0°C12.3°C26.9°C8.1°C64 mm77%0.6 m/s5.6
199421.2°C16.9°C12.6°C28.1°C7.9°C34 mm73%0.6 m/s6.4
199317.7°C14.2°C10.7°C21.4°C7.8°C72 mm81%0.7 m/s4.9
199220.5°C16.6°C12.6°C26.3°C10.5°C49 mm78%0.6 m/s5.9
199119.1°C15.2°C11.2°C29.0°C7.6°C65 mm77%0.6 m/s5.7
199021.8°C17.1°C12.5°C29.3°C8.6°C31 mm75%0.6 m/s6.5
198918.6°C14.9°C11.2°C24.0°C7.9°C65 mm78%0.6 m/s5.5
198819.3°C15.2°C11.1°C29.3°C8.3°C30 mm74%0.6 m/s5.8
198719.0°C15.2°C11.5°C24.2°C8.4°C60 mm77%0.6 m/s5.5
1986 ❄️17.4°C13.8°C10.1°C23.5°C5.3°C77 mm79%0.6 m/s5.5
198522.2°C17.3°C12.5°C27.7°C8.3°C3 mm69%0.6 m/s6.8
198419.9°C15.4°C10.8°C31.5°C7.0°C17 mm73%0.6 m/s6.3
198318.1°C14.3°C10.5°C25.0°C7.3°C80 mm77%0.7 m/s—
198219.0°C15.2°C11.3°C28.8°C6.6°C54 mm76%0.6 m/s—
198119.7°C15.7°C11.7°C29.1°C7.6°C63 mm77%0.6 m/s—

Actual recorded July data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Powell River July Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Powell River in July?▼

The average high in July is around 20.4°C with lows near 12.3°C (mean 16.4°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Powell River in July?▼

July averages 52 mm of rainfall in Powell River, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 116 mm in 2019.

What was the hottest July on record in Powell River?▼

The hottest July reached 33.7°C in 2007. The coldest dipped to 5.3°C in 1986.

Has July in Powell River gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average July temperatures have risen by about 2.3°C. Daytime highs moved from 19.8°C to 22.2°C and overnight lows from 11.4°C to 13.6°C over the same span.

Is July a good time to visit Powell River?▼

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Powell River and one of the drier months, so plan for around 20.4°C daytime highs and 12.3°C at night.

Is July the coldest month in Powell River?▼

Not quite — July is the 11th coolest month in Powell River, averaging 16.4°C.

What should I pack for Powell River in July?▼

For July in Powell River, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 20.4°C and lows of 12.3°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Powell River humid in July?▼

Relative humidity in July averages 76% — quite humid.

How windy is Powell River in July?▼

Average wind speed in July is 0.6 m/s. The windiest July on record averaged 0.7 m/s (1983).

Which July had the most rainfall in Powell River?▼

The wettest July on record was 2019 with 116 mm. On average, July sees 52 mm.

Where does this July weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Powell River behaves each July, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for July specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.