Hornby Island
Island Gulf Islands island known for beaches and arts
An inhabited Gulf Island off Vancouver Island, British Columbia; known for sandy beaches, a small arts community, kayaking and hiking trails popular with weekend visitors.
How to Get to Hornby Island #
BC Ferries runs routes to Hornby Island from Buckley Bay (near Courtenay) to Denman/Hornby; check current schedules and booking requirements. From the Buckley Bay terminal, drive-on ferries connect to Denman and Hornby - total crossing time varies but plan for a short ferry ride plus local driving.
Tips for Visiting Hornby Island #
- Ferry schedules to Hornby can be limited; check BC Ferries routes and make reservations during summer.
- Stop at Tribune Bay early in the day for better parking and calmer water for swimming.
- Bring cash or local cards for small-market purchases; several businesses are seasonal.
Best Time to Visit Hornby Island #
Best visited in summer for full services; spring and autumn are quieter and good for hiking.
Weather & Climate near Hornby Island #
Hornby Island's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 22°C. Abundant rainfall (1243 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (191 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 28 mm.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (210 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm).
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