Turnback Canyon

Canyon Remote canyon in British Columbia, rugged landscape

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Turnback Canyon
59.7826, -137.9205

Tips for Visiting Turnback Canyon #

  • Recognize this is a remote northern‑BC feature: access can be limited and roads may be rough or seasonally closed, so confirm current conditions and route details before setting out.
  • Best visited in summer when daylight and road access are most reliable; bring means of emergency communication and plan for wildlife encounters on approach trails or backcountry roads.
  • If you don't have local route knowledge, consider hiring a local guide or chartering regional transport (floatplane/charter) - services and signage are sparse and navigation can be challenging.

Best Time to Visit Turnback Canyon #

Turnback Canyon in northern British Columbia is most accessible in summer (June-September); winters are harsh and often restrict travel.

Summer (best time)
June-September · 5 to 20°C
Warmest, ice-free conditions make access by road or trail easiest and boating/river activities possible in many years.
Winter
November-March · -30 to 0°C (can be very cold)
Severe cold, snow and ice can make access difficult or unsafe-only suitable for well-equipped winter travel in remote areas.
Shoulder seasons
April-May, October · -5 to 10°C
Variable conditions with possible snowmelt or early freeze; access can be unpredictable-plan flexible travel and check local conditions.

Weather & Climate near Turnback Canyon #

Climate

Turnback Canyon's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -16°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1336 mm/year), wettest in October.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
17°
Warmest Month
-17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -9°C and lows of -16°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm).

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-17° -9°

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -14°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-14° -5°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-10° -1°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (183 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

183 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm).

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -3°

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm).

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-15° -8°

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

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