July · Canada
Best time to visit Butchart Gardens in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Butchart Gardens in July
Average temperature 17°C, 29 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
9.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 29 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Butchart Gardens scores 9.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 17°C, 29 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Butchart Gardens fills a former quarry with seasonal flower displays, fountains, and evening illuminations near Victoria.
July in Butchart Gardens tops the year's climate scores
Temperatures hover around 17°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 29 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.5 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Butchart Gardens at 9.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Butchart Gardens in July?
- In July, Butchart Gardens averages 17°C, 29 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Butchart Gardens?
- July earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Butchart Gardens in July?
- Expect about 29 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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