Squamish, British Columbia, Canada: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Squamish, British Columbia, Canada? If you're planning to go to Squamish, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Squamish, British Columbia, Canada

Based on the climate and weather in Squamish, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Squamish, British Columbia, Canada

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Squamish, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can wear out. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Squamish, British Columbia, Canada by month

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January

January in Squamish is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

February

February in Squamish is pretty cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

March

Traveling to Squamish in March, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

April

April in Squamish is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C), with a few days below 32 F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

May

May in Squamish is relatively cool. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

June

Traveling to Squamish in June, you will notice that it is balmy. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

July

Traveling to Squamish in July, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

August

August in Squamish is warm. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

September

September in Squamish is balmy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) to high 60s F (low 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

October

If you are traveling to Squamish in October, you will notice that it is chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

November

If you are traveling to Squamish in November, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

December

December in Squamish can be brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're planning to visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park, prepare to get wet, and take these:

Activities for Squamish, British Columbia, Canada

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Squamish.

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