Tofino weather by season
Tofino has a mild, wet oceanic climate. Winters are stormy and rainy rather than cold — this is one of the wettest places in Canada, especially November through February. Summers are cooler and drier than most of the country, with fog common on summer mornings before it burns off. Temperatures stay moderate year-round thanks to the ocean.
The practical takeaway: pack layers and a waterproof shell no matter when you come. The weather changes fast, and "four seasons in a day" is normal on this coast.
Live webcams in Tofino
TofinoTV runs a live cam network pointed at the beaches, the surf, and Clayoquot Sound. Check the surf before you drive out, watch a storm roll in, or just catch the sunset over the Sound. The cams below update through the day.
See all Tofino cams →Tides, surf, and sunset
Tides matter more here than most places. Low tide opens up kilometres of hard-pack sand for walking and reveals the shoreline where bears forage; the surf and the sunset shift with the day. Every cam page shows the current tide, sunset time, and conditions alongside the live view.
Common questions
- What is the weather like in Tofino?
- Tofino has a mild, wet oceanic climate — stormy, rainy winters and cool, drier summers with frequent morning fog. Temperatures stay moderate year-round.
- Where can I see a live webcam of Tofino?
- TofinoTV streams live cams on Cox Bay, Chesterman Beach, Long Beach, and Clayoquot Sound, updated through the day.
- Does it rain a lot in Tofino?
- Yes. Tofino is one of the wettest places in Canada, with the heaviest rain from November through February.
- What is the best time of year to visit Tofino?
- Summer for the beaches, surf, and wildlife; winter for storm watching. Both are worth the trip for different reasons.