Hornby IslandThings to Do
Nearby Attractions to Hornby Island
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Hornby Island
Best visited in summer for full services; spring and autumn are quieter and good for hiking.
Summer
June-August · 14-24°C (57-75°F)
Warmest weather, art events and full local services; busiest season.
Spring/Autumn
April-May; September-October · 8-16°C (46-61°F)
Quieter, good for hiking and birdwatching; many seasonal businesses close outside summer.
Weather & Climate near Hornby Island
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 17
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
0°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 0° - 6° | 0° | 191 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 1° - 7° | 1° | 132 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 2° - 9° | 3° | 114 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 4° - 12° | 6° | 75 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 7° - 16° | 11° | 53 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 45 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 11° - 22° | 17° | 28 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 11° - 22° | 17° | 36 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 43 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 13° | 8° | 131 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 8° | 3° | 210 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 1° - 6° | 0° | 185 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
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.