Vancouver weather
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Vancouver, in Canada, has its warmest weather in July, when daytime temperatures average 22.4°C, while February nights are the coldest at around 1.3°C. The city sees roughly 1803mm of rain a year; November is normally the wettest month and July the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.2° | 1.7° | 284mm | 21 |
| Feb | 6.1° | 1.3° | 131mm | 16 |
| Mar | 8.6° | 2.6° | 128mm | 15 |
| Apr | 11.3° | 4.7° | 111mm | 13 |
| May | 15.4° | 8.8° | 82mm | 11 |
| Jun | 18.7° | 12.1° | 80mm | 12 |
| Jul | 22.4° | 14.8° | 27mm | 4 |
| Aug | 22.3° | 15.2° | 47mm | 6 |
| Sep | 18.8° | 12.7° | 111mm | 10 |
| Oct | 13.3° | 8.3° | 225mm | 15 |
| Nov | 8.1° | 3.6° | 310mm | 19 |
| Dec | 5.8° | 1.5° | 267mm | 21 |
Seasons in Vancouver
Spring (March–May). Daytime highs in Vancouver climb from 8.6°C in March to 15.4°C by May, while nights ease from 2.6°C to 8.8°C. The season brings around 321mm of rain in total.
Summer (June–August). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 21.1°C, peaking in July at 22.4°C. July is usually the driest of the summer months (27mm over ~4 rainy days). Around the June solstice, Vancouver gets roughly 16.0 hours of daylight.
Autumn (September–November). Daytime temperatures fall from 18.8°C in September to 8.1°C by November, and rainfall builds to its annual peak — November is the wettest month of the year (310mm).
Winter (December–February). Nights average 1.5°C, with February the coldest month (average low 1.3°C, daytime high 6.1°C). Expect about 58 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 8.0 hours of daylight in mid-December.
How Vancouver compares
| Vancouver | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 1803mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 163 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 21.1°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | 1.5°C | 3.4°C |
Vancouver is about 71% wetter than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
Vancouver weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in Vancouver?
July is typically the warmest month in Vancouver, with average daytime highs of 22.4°C. Summer afternoons (June–August) average around 21.1°C.
What is the wettest month in Vancouver?
November is usually the wettest month, with around 310mm of rain over roughly 19 rainy days. July is typically the driest (27mm).
How much does it rain in Vancouver per year?
Vancouver receives roughly 1803mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 163 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in Vancouver?
Winter nights (December–February) in Vancouver average around 1.5°C, with February typically the coldest month (average low 1.3°C).
When is the best time to visit Vancouver for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in Vancouver. July is typically the driest of the warm months (27mm of rain), while July is the warmest, averaging 22.4°C by day — and near the June solstice there are around 16 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does Vancouver's weather compare with the UK?
Vancouver receives 1803mm of rain a year, about 71% wetter than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 21.1°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average 1.5°C versus 3.4°C.