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Vancouver, WA Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Vancouver, WA?
Vancouver, WA gets 37.5 in of precipitation a year over about 162 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 82°F) and January the coldest (average low 35°F).
Mediterranean climate
Vancouver, WA has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 47°F in December to 82°F in August. December is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 35° | 48° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 43° | 62° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 56° | 79° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 46° | 64° |
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.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Vancouver got 40.5 in of rain, against a normal of 37.5 in for those months. December 2025 had the most, with 7.6 in.
See where Vancouver ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in Washington.
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. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 72% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 72% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 15%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 39% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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.
See where Vancouver ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
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
These records cover VANCOUVER PEARSON AP during 1996–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 2.9 in of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35° | 47° | 5.3 in | 20 | 5 mph | 84% | 15% | 66° | 8° |
| February | 35° | 51° | 3.8 in | 16 | 5 mph | 79% | 25% | 69° | 15° |
| March | 38° | 56° | 4.0 in | 19 | 5 mph | 76% | 29% | 81° | 20° |
| April | 42° | 61° | 2.9 in | 16 | 5 mph | 68% | 34% | 89° | 26° |
| May | 48° | 68° | 2.5 in | 13 | 5 mph | 68% | 37% | 96° | 33° |
| June | 53° | 73° | 1.6 in | 9 | 5 mph | 65% | 48% | 115° | 39° |
| July | 57° | 81° | 0.42 in | 3 | 5 mph | 57% | 72% | 108° | 46° |
| August | 57° | 82° | 0.52 in | 4 | 5 mph | 58% | 64% | 108° | 45° |
| September | 52° | 75° | 1.4 in | 7 | 4 mph | 64% | 53% | 99° | 36° |
| October | 45° | 64° | 3.4 in | 16 | 4 mph | 76% | 43% | 88° | 24° |
| November | 39° | 53° | 5.5 in | 19 | 4 mph | 83% | 26% | 72° | 16° |
| December | 35° | 47° | 6.1 in | 20 | 5 mph | 85% | 19% | 66° | 5° |
Station: VANCOUVER PEARSON AP, 2 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1996–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
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?
Within the available 1996–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 72% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.