Vancouver (BC) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Did you know that you can find palm trees in Vancouver? It's true! The climate is very moderate in Vancouver and you will hardly experience severe frost in this part of Canada. However it does rain a lot during winter. On average, the winter daytime is between 5°C (41°F) and 9°C (48°F). Summer is from June till September and it's the best period to visit Vancouver.
Monthly Temperature in Vancouver
In Vancouver, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in August to a chilly 7°C (45°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 14°C (57°F) in August to 2°C (36°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Vancouver
Vancouver experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 2282 mm (90 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Vancouver bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 344 mm (14 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 55 mm (2.2 in) over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Vancouver Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Vancouver
In Vancouver, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.9 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Vancouver by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Vancouver.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 81%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 61%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Vancouver (BC) 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Vancouver
The best time to visit Vancouver is during June, July, August and September, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 19°C (65°F) and 22°C (72°F). With rainfall of 55 mm (2.2 in) to 125 mm (4.9 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, the wettest period of the year. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
