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Bowen Island has an oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb) with mild, wet winters and cool, relatively dry summers. Long-term climate data show frequent precipitation, moderate humidity, and modest summer warmth, which is consistent with coastal British Columbia conditions. The current clear-sky temperature of 17.92°C fits the island’s typical summer range, but annual averages are much cooler and wetter than a Mediterranean climate.
Summer Average
16°C
Winter Average
4°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
180
Sunny Days
68
Humidity
80%
Spring
March - May
8-15°C
Spring is cool and changeable, with improving temperatures and frequent showers as the island transitions out of the wet season. Cloud cover often remains high, but the season becomes progressively milder and brighter.
High rainfall
Summer
June - August
14-21°C
Summer is mild and comfortable rather than hot, with the warmest conditions usually in July and August. Rainfall is lower than in winter, and sunshine is more frequent, though the climate remains maritime and not arid.
Low rainfall
Autumn
September - November
7-16°C
Autumn cools quickly and becomes wetter as Pacific storm systems return. Rain increases sharply in late autumn, and overcast conditions become more common.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
1-6°C
Winter is cool, wet, and often cloudy, with temperatures usually staying above freezing near the coast but occasional cold spells and snow possible. This is the wettest season of the year on Bowen Island.
Very High rainfall
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Air Quality
Bowen Island
Advantages
Bowen Island
Pristine natural parks
Close-knit community
Peaceful island living
Excellent outdoor recreation
Quiet escape from Vancouver
Disadvantages
Bowen Island
Limited job opportunities locally
Ferry dependent transportation
High housing costs
No higher education institutions
Minimal nightlife options
Safety & Security in Bowen Island
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
53
/100
Canada Avg
57
North America Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Bowen Island to Canada averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Bowen Island
Canada Average
No city-specific data available — showing Canada country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 65/100
No data for Bowen Island — showing hazard indicators from nearby Vancouver (~21 km).
