Mount Macdonald
Mountain Rocky Mountains peak along the Continental Divide
A mountain in British Columbia’s ranges, Mount Macdonald attracts mountaineers and backcountry skiers who use its routes for alpine climbs and long snow descents.
How to Get to Mount Macdonald #
Access is by long forest roads and trails from the nearest service towns in central British Columbia. Routes vary widely depending on the chosen approach; many parties use bush planes or undertake multi-day road-and-hike combinations.
Tips for Visiting Mount Macdonald #
- Plan for long approaches-routes to Mount Macdonald are remote and require careful packing.
- Travel with experienced backcountry parties; radio or satellite comms are advisable for emergencies.
- Check Parks Canada or provincial authorities for route and permit information if entering protected areas.
Best Time to Visit Mount Macdonald #
Summer provides the most reliable weather for alpine routes; shoulder seasons are shorter and wetter.
Weather & Climate near Mount Macdonald #
Mount Macdonald's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -16°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1588 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -16°C. Significant rainfall (192 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -14°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm).
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April
April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm).
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July
July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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October
October is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (197 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm).
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