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Vancouver, Canada

Vancouver, Canada

Best Time to Visit Vancouver

Weather month by month, from 20 years of weather-station records.

Best months
June, July, and August
Warmest month
July, 24°C
Wettest month
November, 242 mm

Vancouver weather by month

Average daily high and low, total rainfall and days with at least 2.5 mm of rain.

MonthHigh / lowRainVerdict
January7°C / 3°C219 mm · 14 daysCold
February8°C / 3°C125 mm · 11 daysCold
March10°C / 5°C168 mm · 14 daysCold
April14°C / 7°C111 mm · 10 daysWet
May18°C / 10°C68 mm · 6 daysFair
June20°C / 13°C55 mm · 5 daysGreat
July24°C / 15°C27 mm · 2 daysGreat
August23°C / 15°C41 mm · 3 daysGreat
September20°C / 12°C95 mm · 7 daysFair
October14°C / 9°C165 mm · 12 daysWet
November10°C / 5°C242 mm · 16 daysCold
December7°C / 3°C214 mm · 15 daysCold

Vancouver month by month

Vancouver in January

Cold

In January, Vancouver averages highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C, with about 14 rainy days and 219 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.

Vancouver in February

Cold

In February, Vancouver averages highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C, with about 11 rainy days and 125 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.

Vancouver in March

Cold

In March, Vancouver averages highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C, with about 14 rainy days and 168 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.

Vancouver in April

Wet

In April, Vancouver averages highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C, with about 10 rainy days and 111 mm of rain. It is one of the wetter months, so keep indoor plans in reserve.

Vancouver in May

Fair

In May, Vancouver averages highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C, with about 6 rainy days and 68 mm of rain. Expect mixed weather, with comfortable spells.

Vancouver in June

Great

In June, Vancouver averages highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C, with about 5 rainy days and 55 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.

Vancouver in July

Great

In July, Vancouver averages highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C, with about 2 rainy days and 27 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.

Vancouver in August

Great

In August, Vancouver averages highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C, with about 3 rainy days and 41 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.

Vancouver in September

Fair

In September, Vancouver averages highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C, with about 7 rainy days and 95 mm of rain. Expect mixed weather, with comfortable spells.

Vancouver in October

Wet

In October, Vancouver averages highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C, with about 12 rainy days and 165 mm of rain. It is one of the wetter months, so keep indoor plans in reserve.

Vancouver in November

Cold

In November, Vancouver averages highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C, with about 16 rainy days and 242 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.

Vancouver in December

Cold

In December, Vancouver averages highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C, with about 15 rainy days and 214 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.

Top tours and experiences in Vancouver

The tours and tickets travellers book most, with ratings and reviews from Viator.

Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

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From Vancouver: Victoria, Butchart Gardens, & Gulf Islands Cruise

From Vancouver: Victoria, Butchart Gardens, & Gulf Islands Cruise

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Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver

Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver

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Plan your Vancouver trip

Best time to visit Vancouver: FAQ

What is the best month to visit Vancouver?+

June is the most comfortable month on average, with highs of 20°C. July and August are close behind.

What is the rainiest month in Vancouver?+

November is the wettest month, with about 242 mm of rain.

How hot does Vancouver get?+

July is the warmest month, with average highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. The coldest nights come in February, averaging 3°C.

Averages for 2006–2025 from the VANCOUVER HARBOUR CS weather station (1 km from the centre), NOAA Global Historical Climatology Network. Verdicts rate sightseeing comfort from daytime highs and rainy days.