Canada Vancouver Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Vancouver is Moderate
February is Moderate for Vancouver.
February brings double the sunshine of January + less rain + Whistler ski peak + Lunar New Year. Vancouver International Wine Festival (last week of Feb) is Canada's biggest — 200+ wineries from BC and globally.
Family Day (second Monday — BC provincial holiday) means family discounts at museums, zoos, and the aquarium. Sunset shifts to 17:30 as days lengthen.
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Vancouver February Weather Stats
Avg High
8°C
Avg Low
2°C
Rainy Days
16
110mm total
Sunshine
3.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
Humid
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
7°C
Not swimmable
Snow Days
1
Monthly avg
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Expect about 1 snow days this month. Bring slip-resistant shoes and warm gear.
Air Quality
PM2.5
8 μg/m³
PM10
18 μg/m³
Status
Excellent
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
6°C
Nighttime
-1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Vancouver International Wine Festival — Canada's largest
- Whistler ski peak + Family Day holiday
- Twice the January sunshine, less rain
Cons
- Rain 16 days/month + overcast + 3.5 sunshine hours
- Outdoor activities still limited
- Lunar New Year + Family Day raise hotel rates 5-10%
February Events & Festivals
- Vancouver International Wine Festival — last week of February
- Lunar New Year — Chinatown + Richmond events
- Whistler ski season peak
Vancouver in February — Full Picture
February brings double the sunshine of January + less rain + Whistler ski peak + Lunar New Year. Vancouver International Wine Festival (last week of Feb) is Canada's biggest — 200+ wineries from BC and globally.
Family Day (second Monday — BC provincial holiday) means family discounts at museums, zoos, and the aquarium. Sunset shifts to 17:30 as days lengthen.
Still rainy and overcast — indoor + Whistler + culinary remain the focus.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Similar to January but with longer days. Waterproof jacket + hood + waterproof shoes. Equivalent to mild late autumn elsewhere.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
13°C
5.3°C
14.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
21°C
12.3°C
8.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13.7°C
7°C
14.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current6.7°C
1.3°C
18/mo
Vancouver Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6° | 1° | 19d·155mm | 1.8h | 83% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | 2° | 16d·110mm | 3.5h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 10° | 3° | 17d·115mm | 5h | 76% | 3 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 13° | 5° | 14d·85mm | 7h | 72% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 16° | 8° | 12d·65mm | 8.5h | 68% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 19° | 11° | 11d·55mm | 9h | 67% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 22° | 13° | 7d·40mm | 11h | 63% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 22° | 13° | 7d·38mm | 11h | 63% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 19° | 11° | 9d·55mm | 7.5h | 70% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 13° | 7° | 15d·120mm | 4h | 78% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 9° | 3° | 19d·195mm | 2h | 82% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 6° | 1° | 19d·165mm | 1.5h | 83% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Vancouver?
Vancouver in February is Moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Vancouver in February?
Vancouver February averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C.
Does it rain much in Vancouver in February?
Vancouver February averages 110mm of rainfall over about 16 rainy days.
What should I wear in Vancouver in February?
Similar to January but with longer days. Waterproof jacket + hood + waterproof shoes. Equivalent to mild late autumn elsewhere.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Vancouver in February?
Vancouver February sunrise is 07:30 and sunset is 17:25, with 9h 55m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Vancouver in February?
Vancouver February air quality (AQI) averages 28, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 8μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Vancouver in February?
In February, Vancouver is great for Whistler skiing, Vancouver Wine Festival, Lunar New Year Chinatown.
Is February peak season in Vancouver?
Vancouver February crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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