Vancouver Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Vancouver. The annual average is 14°C high / 7°C low — hottest in July (22°C) and coldest in January (1°C).
Vancouver Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Vancouver's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 14° / 7°
- Best time to visit
- June, July, August
- Hottest month
- July (22°C)
- Coldest month
- January (1°C)
- Wettest month
- November (195mm)
- Driest month
- August (38mm)
As of 2026, Vancouver's weather averages 14°C high / 7°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is June, July, August. The hottest month is July (22°C), the coldest is January (1°C), and the wettest is November (195mm).
Best Time to Visit Vancouver
June brings real summer + 16-hour daylight (June 21 solstice, sunset 21:21) + TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival (late June to early July, 10 days, 1,800+ artists) — Canada's top jazz fest, third in North America after Chicago and New Orleans. Stanley Park + English Bay + Kitsilano Beach are all in peak form. Whistler mountain biking + Sea-to-Sky Highway scenic drives. Hotels already 1.3x normal rates ahead of July-Aug. The second-third weeks of June are the best value — before airfares and hotels spike further.
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%+.
August matches July's peak. 22/13°C + 7 rainy days + 11 sunshine hours. Celebration of Light finale (first Saturday of August). Vancouver Pride Parade (first Sunday of August) draws 60,000 — the city's top parade. PNE Fair (last week of August to early September — since 1907, Canada's top fairground + Playland amusement park + rodeo + family entertainment) closes the summer. Whistler + beaches + Stanley Park + cycling all at peak. Korean Liberation Day + vacation season drives airfares up + hotels 1.5-2x.
Vancouver Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 1° | 155mm | 19 | Quiet | Details → |
| February | 8° / 2° | 110mm | 16 | Quiet | Details → |
| March | 10° / 3° | 115mm | 17 | Quiet | Details → |
| April | 13° / 5° | 85mm | 14 | Moderate | Details → |
| May | 16° / 8° | 65mm | 12 | Moderate | Details → |
| June | 19° / 11° | 55mm | 11 | Busy | Details → |
| July | 22° / 13° | 40mm | 7 | Very busy | Details → |
| August | 22° / 13° | 38mm | 7 | Very busy | Details → |
| September | 19° / 11° | 55mm | 9 | Moderate | Details → |
| October | 13° / 7° | 120mm | 15 | Moderate | Details → |
| November | 9° / 3° | 195mm | 19 | Quiet | Details → |
| December | 6° / 1° | 165mm | 19 | Busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Vancouver by Season
Spring. Light jacket + long-sleeve shirt. Like mid-April in temperate Asia. Umbrella optional — hood usually enough.
Mid-summer. T-shirt + shorts + swimsuit. Like early July in Korea. 11 sunshine hours + UV 8.
Autumn. Jacket + long-sleeve + rain shell. Like mid-to-late October in Korea.
Similar to January but with longer days. Waterproof jacket + hood + waterproof shoes. Equivalent to mild late autumn elsewhere.
Vancouver Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Vancouver? +
For weather, June, July, August are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 19°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Vancouver? +
The hottest month is July with an average high of 22°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of 1°C. The annual average is 14°C high / 7°C low.
When does it rain most in Vancouver? +
The wettest month is November (195mm over about 19 rainy days) and the driest is August (38mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 1198mm.
What should I pack for Vancouver? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 13/5°C — Spring. Light jacket + long-sleeve shirt. Like mid-April in temperate Asia. Umbrella optional — hood usually enough. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 21/12°C — Mid-summer. T-shirt + shorts + swimsuit. Like early July in Korea. 11 sunshine hours + UV 8. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 14/7°C — Autumn. Jacket + long-sleeve + rain shell. Like mid-to-late October in Korea. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 7/1°C — Similar to January but with longer days. Waterproof jacket + hood + waterproof shoes. Equivalent to mild late autumn elsewhere.
What is the weather in Vancouver this month (June)? +
June averages 19°C high / 11°C low with 55mm rainfall over about 11 rainy days. Crowds are busy and prices are high.
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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.