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Vancouver (WA) Climate by Month

The temperature in Vancouver can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Vancouver can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 7°C during cooler months like December. At night, temperatures typically average around 1°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Vancouver is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1058 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives heavy rainfall, averaging 188 mm of precipitation, recorded across 22 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 12 mm over 4 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Vancouver. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.1 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Portland, the United States of America (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Portland, the United States of America (6 KM, 4 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Vancouver in the United States of America

During the months of June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Vancouver?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in November and December.
  • Does Vancouver have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Vancouver?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Vancouver?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Vancouver?
    December tops the wettest month list with 188 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Vancouver?
    August is the driest month with 12 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Vancouver?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 332 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Vancouver (WA)

    Thu   Nov 21
    12°C | 6°C
    SE 7 km/h
    6.5 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    14°C | 7°C
    S 14 km/h
    13 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    10°C | 6°C
    S 11 km/h
    11 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain