Discover the weather in Vancouver, where oceanic breezes meet mountain mists. The best time to visit (May-September) offers pleasant temperatures ranging from 15°C to 23°C. Interestingly, Vancouver receives an annual rainfall of over 1,700mm, making it one of the wettest cities in North America. To truly embrace the city's unique weather, explore the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park amidst lush greenery and cascading waterfalls.
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Vancouver Climate & Weather Averages
Across the year, Vancouver swings between average daytime highs of 22°C in August and 6°C in December. Rain peaks in November, while July is typically the driest month. Every figure below comes from daily weather records for 2015–2024 — not long-range estimates.
The weather in Vancouver moves in moderate steps rather than leaps. Between the 22°C warmth of August and the 6°C chill of December lie long, mild shoulder seasons that many consider the best time to be here. Showers can turn up in any month — November most of all — so a light rain layer earns its place year-round.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainfall | Sunshine (h/day) | Wind (km/h) | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6° | 2° | 260 mm | 3.7 | 17 | 5 |
| Feb | 6° | 1° | 148 mm | 5.2 | 16 | 7 |
| Mar | 9° | 3° | 171 mm | 7.1 | 16 | 4 |
| Apr | 12° | 5° | 126 mm | 9.1 | 17 | 1 |
| May | 16° | 9° | 66 mm | 11.5 | 16 | — |
| Jun | 19° | 12° | 68 mm | 12.3 | 16 | — |
| Jul | 22° | 15° | 32 mm | 13.4 | 15 | — |
| Aug | 22° | 15° | 51 mm | 12.2 | 15 | — |
| Sep | 18° | 12° | 129 mm | 9.2 | 15 | — |
| Oct | 13° | 8° | 225 mm | 6.2 | 16 | — |
| Nov | 8° | 4° | 315 mm | 4.1 | 17 | 3 |
| Dec | 6° | 1° | 275 mm | 3.3 | 17 | 8 |
A warming climate: The long record shows it plainly: in the 1950s a typical August day in Vancouver topped out near 21°C; in the last decade it reached 22°C — +1.8°C warmer.
Expect around 13.4 hours of sun a day at the July peak, against about 3.3 hours in December. Wind stays moderate most of the year, strongest in November with daily peaks near 17 km/h.
Best time to visit: Aim for June–August if you can: highs hover near 21°C and rain is lighter than the November peak. Light, breathable layers plus a light waterproof cover most days here.
Vancouver weather — frequently asked questions
Does it snow in Vancouver?
Yes. Vancouver averages about 28 days with snowfall per year, falling mostly between November and April.
What is the sunniest month in Vancouver?
July, with roughly 13.4 hours of sunshine a day on average over 2015–2024. The dimmest month is December, at about 3.3 hours.
When is the best time to visit Vancouver?
Weather-wise, June–August is the sweet spot in Vancouver: average daytime highs around 21°C with less rain than the November peak. Data from 2015–2024.
What is the rainiest month in Vancouver?
November is on average the wettest month in Vancouver, with about 315 mm of rainfall. The driest month is typically July, at around 32 mm.
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 archive. Averages computed from daily records.