Vancouver, British Columbia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Vancouver get?

Vancouver gets 1436 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 170 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 86% of Canada.

November is the wettest month, with 232 mm. July is the driest, with 37 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 20.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to July 23, 2023.

Does it snow in Vancouver?

The snowiest winter on record is 1970–71, with 156 cm.

Vancouver weather by month

Vancouver weather in January

In January, Vancouver averages a high of 7°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 205 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 13% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (1981) and the record low is -11°C (2024).

Vancouver weather in February

In February, Vancouver averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 113 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The February record high is 17°C (1992) and the record low is -7°C (1986).

Vancouver weather in March

In March, Vancouver averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 157 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The March record high is 20°C (2004) and the record low is -5°C (1976).

Vancouver weather in April

In April, Vancouver averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The April record high is 27°C (2016) and the record low is -1°C (1970).

Vancouver weather in May

In May, Vancouver averages a high of 18°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (1983) and the record low is 1°C (1975). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vancouver weather in June

In June, Vancouver averages a high of 20°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The June record high is 34°C (2021) and the record low is 3°C (1974). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vancouver weather in July

In July, Vancouver averages a high of 23°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The July record high is 35°C (2009) and the record low is 3°C (1974). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vancouver weather in August

In August, Vancouver averages a high of 23°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The August record high is 32°C (2021) and the record low is 6°C (1973). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vancouver weather in September

In September, Vancouver averages a high of 19°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The September record high is 28°C (1998) and the record low is 3°C (1975). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vancouver weather in October

In October, Vancouver averages a high of 14°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 145 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The October record high is 24°C (1980) and the record low is -3°C (1984).

Vancouver weather in November

In November, Vancouver averages a high of 9°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 232 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (2023) and the record low is -10°C (1985).

Vancouver weather in December

In December, Vancouver averages a high of 7°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 198 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The December record high is 15°C (2015) and the record low is -11°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Vancouver

July is the sunniest month in Vancouver, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 13%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Vancouver is cloudier than 69% of Canada.

Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in July at 70%.

First and last freeze in Vancouver

The first fall freeze in Vancouver typically comes around November 22, and the last spring freeze around February 26. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 269 days.

Vancouver weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Vancouver station is 35°C, on July 29, 2009. The coldest is -11°C, on January 28, 1972.

The wettest day on record brought 142 mm of rain, on October 16, 2003.

29 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1976.

The best time to visit Vancouver

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near 3°C. Snow is possible.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 14°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 9°C.

Vancouver climate questions

How much rain does Vancouver get?

Vancouver gets 1436 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 170 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Vancouver?

November is the wettest month in Vancouver, with 232 mm. July is the driest, with 37 mm.

How many rainy days does Vancouver have a year?

Vancouver has about 170 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 20.

What is the hottest month in Vancouver?

July is the warmest month in Vancouver, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Vancouver?

January is the coldest month in Vancouver, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Vancouver?

The record high at the Vancouver station is 35°C, set on July 29, 2009. The record low is -11°C, on January 28, 1972.

What is the sunniest month in Vancouver?

July is the sunniest month in Vancouver, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Vancouver?

The first fall freeze in Vancouver typically comes around November 22. The last spring freeze is around February 26.

What is the best time to visit Vancouver?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.