Vancouver, WA Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Vancouver get?

Vancouver gets 37.5 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 162 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 97% of the US.

December is the wettest month, with 6.1 in. July is the driest, with 0.4 in. December has the most rainy days, about 20.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 47 days, to August 5, 2023.

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Vancouver weather by month

Vancouver weather in January

In January, Vancouver averages a high of 47°F and a low of 35°F. It gets 5.3 in of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The January record high is 66°F (2005) and the record low is 8°F (2017).

Vancouver weather in February

In February, Vancouver averages a high of 51°F and a low of 35°F. It gets 3.8 in of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The February record high is 69°F (2025) and the record low is 15°F (2006).

Vancouver weather in March

In March, Vancouver averages a high of 56°F and a low of 38°F. It gets 4.0 in of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The March record high is 81°F (2025) and the record low is 20°F (2019).

Vancouver weather in April

In April, Vancouver averages a high of 61°F and a low of 42°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The April record high is 89°F (2016) and the record low is 26°F (2008).

Vancouver weather in May

In May, Vancouver averages a high of 68°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 2.5 in of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The May record high is 96°F (2008) and the record low is 33°F (2006). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vancouver weather in June

In June, Vancouver averages a high of 73°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 1.6 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The June record high is 115°F (2021) and the record low is 39°F (1999). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vancouver weather in July

In July, Vancouver averages a high of 81°F and a low of 57°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The July record high is 108°F (2009) and the record low is 46°F (2002).

Vancouver weather in August

In August, Vancouver averages a high of 82°F and a low of 57°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The August record high is 108°F (2023) and the record low is 45°F (2000).

Vancouver weather in September

In September, Vancouver averages a high of 75°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 1.4 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The September record high is 99°F (2024) and the record low is 36°F (2000). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vancouver weather in October

In October, Vancouver averages a high of 64°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 3.4 in of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The October record high is 88°F (2022) and the record low is 24°F (2019). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vancouver weather in November

In November, Vancouver averages a high of 53°F and a low of 39°F. It gets 5.5 in of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The November record high is 72°F (2010) and the record low is 16°F (2010).

Vancouver weather in December

In December, Vancouver averages a high of 47°F and a low of 35°F. It gets 6.1 in of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The December record high is 66°F (2023) and the record low is 5°F (1998).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Vancouver

July is the sunniest month in Vancouver, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 15%. Over the year the sun shines about 39% of daylight hours. Vancouver is cloudier than 91% of the US.

Humidity peaks in December at 85% and is lowest in July at 57%.

Wind averages 5 mph over the year, and July is the windiest month at 5 mph.

Vancouver has about 16 days a year above 90°F. Vancouver is cooler than 67% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 7 days a year.

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First and last freeze in Vancouver

The first fall freeze in Vancouver typically comes around November 8, and the last spring freeze around March 29. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 224 days.

Vancouver weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Vancouver station is 115°F, on June 28, 2021. The coldest is 5°F, on December 22, 1998.

The wettest day on record brought 2.9 in of rain, on November 6, 2006.

47 all-time records have been set at the station since 1996.

The best time to visit Vancouver

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 48°F and lows near 35°F.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 62°F and lows near 43°F.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 79°F and lows near 56°F.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 64°F and lows near 46°F.

Vancouver climate questions

How much rain does Vancouver get?

Vancouver gets 37.5 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 162 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Vancouver?

December is the wettest month in Vancouver, with 6.1 in. July is the driest, with 0.4 in.

How many rainy days does Vancouver have a year?

Vancouver has about 162 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 20.

What is the hottest month in Vancouver?

August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with an average high of 82°F.

What is the coldest month in Vancouver?

January is the coldest month in Vancouver, with an average low of 35°F.

What is the record high temperature in Vancouver?

The record high at the Vancouver station is 115°F, set on June 28, 2021. The record low is 5°F, on December 22, 1998.

What is the sunniest month in Vancouver?

July is the sunniest month in Vancouver, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Vancouver?

The first fall freeze in Vancouver typically comes around November 8. The last spring freeze is around March 29.

What is the best time to visit Vancouver?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.