Nanaimo has a moderate climate, with over 1,800 hours of bright sunshine each year. During the summer months between June and September, the average daily high is 21°C (70°F) with the average daily low of about 10°C, and during the winter months daily temperatures normally remain above the freezing level. Environment Canada consistently recognizes Nanaimo as one of the mildest climate regions in the nation, for its above-zero temperatures through fall and winter, and comfortably warm weather in spring and summer.

Up to date weather can be found by visiting Environment Canada.

Transportation

Nanaimo's bus service is provided by the Regional District of Nanaimo and BC Transit. See the BC Transit website to download schedules and maps. https://bctransit.com/nanaimo

Getting to Nanaimo

Drive

You can reach Nanaimo by car from communities to the south like Ladysmith and Victoria. Drive to Nanaimo from the north from communities like Courtenay and Campbell River. 

Ferry

BC Ferries, with 2 terminals at Departure Bay and Duke Point, links Nanaimo with Vancouver. See BC Ferries for ferry routes and schedules. 

Boat

Access Nanaimo by boat as well and stay at various marinas. 

Fly

Nanaimo has multiple options to fly in. Nanaimo Airport (YCD) is just 18km south of Nanaimo and has many local and international flights. Taxi, shuttles and rental cars are available to take you to and from the airport. Seaplanes and helicopter transportation are available near downtown as well.