French Bar Canyon
Canyon Steep canyon on the Fraser River with rapids
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How to Get to French Bar Canyon #
French Bar Canyon is located in interior British Columbia and is best accessed by car via regional highways. Some approaches require travel along logging roads or trails; check local maps and obtain any necessary permissions for river access or canyon-side hiking.
Tips for Visiting French Bar Canyon #
- French Bar Canyon can be steep and remote - secure appropriate safety gear if cliff-hopping or attempting viewpoints.
- Check river conditions before visiting; canyons and river rapids are subject to sudden changes in water level.
- Avoid cliff edges and unstable ground; many canyon tragedies occur to people seeking the perfect photograph.
Best Time to Visit French Bar Canyon #
Best in spring or autumn for temperate hiking; summer can be hot and winter icy.
Weather & Climate near French Bar Canyon #
French Bar Canyon's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 27°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.
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April
April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 39 mm of rain.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
