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.
Mount Macdonald at a Glance#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -16° - -8° | -18° | 192 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -14° - -5° | -15° | 139 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -12° - -4° | -13° | 133 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -7° - 0° | -8° | 94 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -3° - 5° | -2° | 93 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 1° - 10° | 3° | 121 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 4° - 13° | 7° | 111 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 4° - 15° | 8° | 106 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 0° - 9° | 2° | 90 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -6° - 3° | -5° | 146 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -11° - -4° | -13° | 197 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -15° - -8° | -18° | 166 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
