Garibaldi Provincial Park Travel Guide
Garibaldi Provincial Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Garibaldi Provincial Park is a state park in British Columbia. Garibaldi Provincial Park is known for a turquoise glacial lake near Whistler.
Right now it is 29°F (-2°C) in Garibaldi Provincial Park with fog. It feels like 23°F. Today runs from 26°F to 32°F. Chance of precipitation is 48%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.1/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Garibaldi Provincial Park is July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 65°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 17°F.
The closest major airport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), about 52 mi away. Nearby highlights include Stanley Park, Deception Pass State Park, North Cascades National Park and Vancouver Island.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 32°F is 11.3°F below the 43°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Garibaldi Provincial Park today at 8.2/10. Overnight lows near 26°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Garibaldi Provincial Park
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Coordinates: 49°55′59.9″N 123°0′0″W (49.9333, -123)
Weather in Garibaldi Provincial Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:08 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
❄️ 30° / 19°
Heavy snow showers · 26% rain · wind 4 mph
🌨️ 29° / 14°
Light snow showers · 9% rain · wind 5 mph
Quick facts about Garibaldi Provincial Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | British Columbia |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 49°55′59.9″N 123°0′0″W (49.9333, -123) |
| Established | 1920 |
| Known for | a turquoise glacial lake near Whistler |
| Local time | 8:08 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Things to do in Garibaldi Provincial Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Garibaldi Provincial Park.
Best time to visit Garibaldi Provincial Park
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Garibaldi Provincial Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | 52 mi | Vancouver |
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | SEA | 174 mi | Seattle |
| Portland International Airport | PDX | 301 mi | Portland |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Garibaldi Provincial Park?
Garibaldi Provincial Park is a state park in British Columbia. Its coordinates are 49.9333, -123. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Garibaldi Provincial Park right now?
It is currently 29°F (-2°C) with fog. Humidity is 98% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Garibaldi Provincial Park?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Garibaldi Provincial Park, which has a subarctic climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Garibaldi Provincial Park in?
Garibaldi Provincial Park observes America/Vancouver (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:08 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Garibaldi Provincial Park?
The closest airports are Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 52 mi away, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 174 mi away and Portland International Airport (PDX), 301 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Garibaldi Provincial Park?
Popular options include Stanley Park, Deception Pass State Park, North Cascades National Park, Vancouver Island, Olympic National Park and Space Needle.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - 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 October 28, 2026 at 8:08 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
