Canada Vancouver Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Vancouver is Very Good
July is Very Good for Vancouver.
July is Vancouver's peak month. 22/13°C + 7 rainy days (lowest of the year) + 11 sunshine hours. 'Celebration of Light' (Saturdays late July to early August at English Bay — the world's biggest free fireworks festival, 1 million spectators, 4 countries competing) is the centerpiece.
Canada Day (July 1) brings fireworks at Canada Place + free concerts + family fun. Vancouver Folk Music Festival (third weekend of July) at Jericho Beach is Canada's top folk fest.
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Vancouver July Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
7
40mm total
Sunshine
11h
Daily avg
Humidity
63%
Comfortable
UV Index
8
Very high
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
17°C
Swimmable
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
July Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
22°C
Nighttime
13°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 7 rainy days — lowest of the year
- Celebration of Light — world's top free fireworks
- Canada Day + Folk Music + beaches + Whistler all peak
Cons
- Hotels 1.5-2x normal rates
- Korean summer vacation airfares spike
- Celebration of Light Saturdays — 1M crowd
July Events & Festivals
- Celebration of Light — last weekends of July + first Saturday of August (English Bay fireworks)
- Canada Day — July 1 (national day + free concerts)
- Vancouver Folk Music Festival — third weekend of July
Vancouver in July — Full Picture
July is Vancouver's peak month. 22/13°C + 7 rainy days (lowest of the year) + 11 sunshine hours. 'Celebration of Light' (Saturdays late July to early August at English Bay — the world's biggest free fireworks festival, 1 million spectators, 4 countries competing) is the centerpiece.
Canada Day (July 1) brings fireworks at Canada Place + free concerts + family fun. Vancouver Folk Music Festival (third weekend of July) at Jericho Beach is Canada's top folk fest.
Korean summer vacation pushes airfares — book 2-3 months ahead. Hotels at Celebration of Light Saturdays spike 50%+.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mid-summer. T-shirt + shorts + swimsuit. Like early July in Korea. 11 sunshine hours + UV 8.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
13°C
5.3°C
14.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current21°C
12.3°C
8.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13.7°C
7°C
14.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
6.7°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 July a good time to visit Vancouver?
Vancouver in July is Very Good. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Vancouver in July?
Vancouver July averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C.
Does it rain much in Vancouver in July?
Vancouver July averages 40mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Vancouver in July?
Mid-summer. T-shirt + shorts + swimsuit. Like early July in Korea. 11 sunshine hours + UV 8.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Vancouver in July?
Vancouver July sunrise is 05:21 and sunset is 21:16, with 15h 55m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Vancouver in July?
Vancouver July air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Vancouver in July?
In July, Vancouver is great for Celebration of Light, Canada Day at Canada Place, English Bay sunset.
Is July peak season in Vancouver?
Vancouver July crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.