Geography of Victoria
Geography of Victoria: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Victoria
Deception Pass State Park is 33 mi to the east, Olympic National Park is 45 mi to the south, Vancouver International Airport is 54 mi to the north and Vancouver is 60 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 48°25′42.2″N 123°21′56.2″W (48.4284, -123.3656)
Quick facts about Victoria
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | British Columbia |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 48°25′42.2″N 123°21′56.2″W (48.4284, -123.3656) |
| Population | 92.000 |
| Known for | Inner Harbour and Butchart Gardens |
| Local time | 5:57 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Victoria is a city in British Columbia. Victoria is known for Inner Harbour and Butchart Gardens. It has a population of about 92.000.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Victoria with overcast. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 56°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Victoria is June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 76°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), about 54 mi away. Nearby highlights include Deception Pass State Park, Olympic National Park, Stanley Park and Space Needle.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is 3.4°F above the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Victoria today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Victoria month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 37° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 37° | 4,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 50° | 39° | 5,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 43° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 63° | 48° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 69° | 53° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 76° | 57° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 75° | 58° | 1,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 67° | 54° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 46° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 49° | 41° | 5,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 40° | 8,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Victoria?
Victoria is a city in British Columbia. Its coordinates are 48.4284, -123.3656. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Victoria right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 57% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Victoria?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Victoria, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Victoria in?
Victoria observes America/Vancouver (UTC-07:00). The local time is 5:57 PM.
How many people live in Victoria?
Victoria has a population of approximately 92.000.
What is the nearest airport to Victoria?
The closest airports are Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 54 mi away, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 83 mi away and Portland International Airport (PDX), 199 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Victoria?
Popular options include Deception Pass State Park, Olympic National Park, Stanley Park, Space Needle, North Cascades National Park and Garibaldi Provincial Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 5:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
