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Visiting Victoria by yacht
Climate and the Transport Canada traffic rules for yachts that visit Victoria Harbour.
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Climate
When to come
| Month | Mean daily high | Rain | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8 C | 143 mm | Off |
| Feb | 9 C | 89 mm | Off |
| Mar | 11 C | 78 mm | Off |
| Apr | 14 C | 48 mm | Off |
| May | 17 C | 38 mm | Shoulder |
| Jun | 20 C | 31 mm | Peak |
| Jul | 22 C | 18 mm | Peak |
| Aug | 22 C | 24 mm | Peak |
| Sep | 20 C | 31 mm | Peak |
| Oct | 14 C | 88 mm | Shoulder |
| Nov | 10 C | 153 mm | Off |
| Dec | 7 C | 142 mm | Off |
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada, 1981 to 2010 normals, Victoria Int'l A. Season bands are our own estimate.
Harbour
Harbour traffic rules
SeaplanesVictoria Harbour is a certified water airport with up to 100 flights a day. Cross the runways only in a straight line between the Shoal Point and Berens Island beacons, or at the Songhees and Laurel Point Narrows. Do not cross when the strobe lights flash.
Speed7 knots in the Outer Harbour, from the Ogden Point breakwater to Shoal Point. 5 knots inward from Shoal Point.
ProhibitedNo sailing, no anchoring and no blackwater discharge in the harbour.
Large vesselsPower vessels of 20 m (65 ft) or more may also use the seaplane runways and must transit without stopping or delay. They must hail harbour patrol on VHF 18A before entering or leaving Victoria International Marina.
ContactsPort and Airport Manager: 250-298-1500, emergency 250-380-8177. Harbour patrol: VHF 18A. Breaking the rules may lead to summary conviction or fines.
Sources. Checked 8 November 2026.
- Victoria International Marina: marina moorage
- Victoria International Marina: arrival
- Victoria International Marina: home page
- Victoria International Marina: amenities
- Greater Victoria Harbour Authority: Wharf Street
- Greater Victoria Harbour Authority: Causeway and Ship Point
- Greater Victoria Harbour Authority: customs, fuel and amenities
- Transport Canada: Public Port of Victoria traffic scheme
- Pacific Pilotage Authority: pleasure craft waiver guidelines, November 2024
- General Pilotage Regulations (SOR/2000-132), Pacific region
- CBSA: private boats
- Transport Canada: coasting trade guidance library
- Camosun College: nautical programs
- Environment and Climate Change Canada: climate normals, Victoria Int'l A
- UKSA annual superyacht salary guide 2025
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