Cunningham Island
Island Coastal British Columbia island in the Inside Passage
How to Get to Cunningham Island #
Access is by private boat or charter from nearby coastal communities on the north coast of British Columbia; there are no scheduled ferries. Nearest larger points of departure include Prince Rupert and smaller coastal service towns-check local marine services for charters and landing advice.
Tips for Visiting Cunningham Island #
- Marine weather is unpredictable; check local forecasts and skippers' advice before attempting landings.
- Bring insect repellent in summer-coastal mosquitoes can be persistent.
- Respect private land and logging operations; much of the island is sparsely inhabited and roads may be gated.
Best Time to Visit Cunningham Island #
Summer is best for access and calmer waters; the island's remoteness makes winter visits impractical for most.
Weather & Climate near Cunningham Island #
Cunningham Island's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 18°C. Heavy rainfall (3320 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (374 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (287 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (266 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (243 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. Heavy rain (266 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (434 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (423 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (376 mm).
