North Cowichan, British Columbia, Canada Climate Change Severity

52
High
The current climate change severity in North Cowichan is High, with a 7.2% worsening in the climate score compared to last 16 years. This suggests deteriorating conditions, with increasing negative impacts on weather patterns and environmental conditions.
Data: Jan. to Feb. (Historical Vs 2026) - Weather Data Only
Low
020
Moderate
40
High
60
Very High
80
Extreme
100


North Cowichan Weather Condition Changes (Historic Vs 2026)

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Historic
2026

Over the past 16 year(s), North Cowichan temperature has changed by around +37.3%, and has experienced notable climate changes.

Sunny
Cloudy
Rainy
Snowy
Misty
Data: Jan. to Feb. (Historical Vs 2026)

Comparison of Weather Condition (Historic Vs 2026)

HistoricDays

Year 2026Days

Change

sunnySunny
55
0%

cloudyCloudy
128
-33.3%

rainyRainy
3217
-46.8%

snowySnowy
32
-33.3%

mistyMisty
05
100%

Disclaimer: Other weather conditions not shown may affect the total day count.

Climate Change Indicators:

Over the past 16 years, North Cowichan has experienced measurable shifts in key climate parameters, contributing to the current severity score of 52 (within the High severity category). This suggests worsening climate conditions from the previous years. Here’s a breakdown of the specific changes observed:

Severity Score

52/100


High

Low
020
Moderate
40
High
60
Very High
80
Extreme
100

From 2010 to 2025, North Cowichan experienced significant changes:

Temperature change of

+1 °C


Variation in annual rainfall

+43.2 %


Change in average humidity

-1.5 %


PM2.5 levels surged by

+2.5 %


Heatwave changed by

+2.6 day(s)


Coldwave changed by

-6.1 day(s)


Wind speeds changed by

-1.3 km/h


These indicators show that North Cowichan is experiencing a more volatile and extreme climate, reinforcing the need for urgent intervention to mitigate risks. As the severity score rises, focus must shift to adaptation and emergency preparedness.

Check how we calculate Climate Change Severity
Based on data from Jan. to Feb.

North Cowichan Weather Forecast 30 Days (March - April 2026)
North Cowichan, British Columbia, Canada


Condition
Temperature IconTemperature
Humidity IconHumi.
Wind IconWind Speed
Fri. 13, Mar.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon7°/1°

Humidity Icon76%

Wind Icon5.8km/h
Sat. 14, Mar.
sunnySunny

Temperature Icon8°/0°

Humidity Icon54%

Wind Icon20.2km/h
Sun. 15, Mar.
moderate rainModerate rain

Temperature Icon6°/2°

Humidity Icon72%

Wind Icon17.3km/h
Mon. 16, Mar.
moderate rainModerate rain

Temperature Icon8°/2°

Humidity Icon97%

Wind Icon14.4km/h
Tue. 17, Mar.
moderate rainModerate rain

Temperature Icon7°/5°

Humidity Icon98%

Wind Icon15.5km/h
Wed. 18, Mar.
moderate rainModerate rain

Temperature Icon9°/6°

Humidity Icon98%

Wind Icon9.4km/h
Thu. 19, Mar.
moderate rainModerate rain

Temperature Icon9°/7°

Humidity Icon99%

Wind Icon11.5km/h
Fri. 20, Mar.
moderate rainModerate rain

Temperature Icon11°/5°

Humidity Icon94%

Wind Icon11.5km/h
Sat. 21, Mar.
sunnySunny

Temperature Icon9°/1°

Humidity Icon77%

Wind Icon11.2km/h
Sun. 22, Mar.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon8°/0°

Humidity Icon72%

Wind Icon8.6km/h
Mon. 23, Mar.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon8°/1°

Humidity Icon84%

Wind Icon14.4km/h
Tue. 24, Mar.
moderate rainModerate rain

Temperature Icon6°/4°

Humidity Icon95%

Wind Icon15.5km/h
Wed. 25, Mar.
moderate rainModerate rain

Temperature Icon7°/5°

Humidity Icon95%

Wind Icon25.6km/h
Thu. 26, Mar.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby

Temperature Icon7°/0°

Humidity Icon84%

Wind Icon13.3km/h
Fri. 27, Mar.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/5°

Humidity Icon88%

Wind Icon13km/h
Sat. 28, Mar.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/5°

Humidity Icon87%

Wind Icon16.2km/h
Sun. 29, Mar.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/5°

Humidity Icon83%

Wind Icon15.8km/h
Mon. 30, Mar.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/4°

Humidity Icon83%

Wind Icon11.9km/h
Tue. 31, Mar.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/4°

Humidity Icon81%

Wind Icon11.2km/h
Wed. 1, Apr.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/3°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon12.2km/h
Thu. 2, Apr.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/4°

Humidity Icon80%

Wind Icon13.7km/h
Sun. 5, Apr.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/4°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon14km/h
Mon. 6, Apr.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/4°

Humidity Icon84%

Wind Icon12.2km/h
Tue. 7, Apr.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon11°/5°

Humidity Icon82%

Wind Icon13km/h
Wed. 8, Apr.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon11°/5°

Humidity Icon81%

Wind Icon13.7km/h
Thu. 9, Apr.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon11°/5°

Humidity Icon79%

Wind Icon12.2km/h
Fri. 10, Apr.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon11°/5°

Humidity Icon81%

Wind Icon13.7km/h
Sat. 11, Apr.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/4°

Humidity Icon81%

Wind Icon13km/h
Sun. 12, Apr.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower

Temperature Icon10°/4°

Humidity Icon81%

Wind Icon12.6km/h

Highest & Lowest Weather Forecasts

TemperatureTemperature

High will be onFri. 20, Mar.

11°C


Low will be onWed. 1, Apr.

3°C

HumidityHumidity

High will be onThu. 19, Mar.

99%


Low will be onSat. 14, Mar.

54%

Wind SpeedWind Speed

High will be onWed. 25, Mar.

25.6km/h


Low will be onFri. 13, Mar.

5.8km/h

PrecipitationPrecipitation

High will be onMon. 16, Mar.

18.4mm


Low will be onSat. 21, Mar.

0.01mm

Ultraviolet IndexUV

High will be onWed. 18, Mar.

2


Low will be onSun. 22, Mar.

1