April 17 is generally a great time to visit Victoria. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Victoria right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Victoria
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Right side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Victoria Weather Forecast for April 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Victoria in April
Based on historical data for April 17, Victoria typically experiences temperatures between 6.1°C and 12°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Victoria
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
65%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Victoria Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 85% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 24 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 36 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 60 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
High
87/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~40
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Victoria
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:20
☀️ Noon
12:14
🌇 Sunset
19:07
⏱️ Daylight
13h 47m
Wind Speed
14.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Victoria
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Victoria on April 17 averages 12°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 79/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Victoria Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 22
12.7°C • 22% rain
Score
83
April 23
12.7°C • 22% rain
Score
83
April 24
12.8°C • 25% rain
Score
83
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📍 Is Victoria Worth Visiting on April 17?
Planning a trip to Victoria on April 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 40 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 9.3°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.61m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.1°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 2.8°C in 2024.