Climate in Vancouver — Annual Weather Overview
Vancouver has a oceanic climate — mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. The hottest month is August (average high 22.4°C) and the coolest is December (5.4°C). The seasons are strongly defined — a 17.0°C swing between August highs and December lows. Annual rainfall totals around 1749mm. November is the wettest month at 303.3mm, while July averages just 30.2mm. Average daily sunshine is 8.0 hours.
**Spring (March, April, May):** average highs 11.7°C, 311mm rain. **Summer (June, July, August):** average highs 21.2°C, 145mm rain. **Autumn (September, October, November):** average highs 13.4°C, 626mm rain. **Winter (December, January, February):** average highs 5.9°C, 667mm rain.
Vancouver — Monthly Temperatures
Vancouver — Monthly Rainfall
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Vancouver weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.4°C | 1.9°C | 275.2mm | 3.2h | 21 | 8/10 |
| February | 5.8°C | 1.2°C | 127.7mm | 5.0h | 16 | 9/10 |
| March | 8.5°C | 2.5°C | 120.9mm | 7.1h | 14 | 9/10 |
| April | 11.2°C | 4.7°C | 110.7mm | 9.0h | 13 | 9/10 |
| May | 15.5°C | 9.1°C | 79.2mm | 10.8h | 10 | 10/10 |
| June | 18.9°C | 12.4°C | 75.6mm | 12.0h | 12 | 10/10 |
| July | 22.2°C | 14.8°C | 30.2mm | 13.3h | 4 | 10/10 |
| August | 22.4°C | 15.4°C | 38.8mm | 12.1h | 6 | 10/10 |
| September | 18.9°C | 12.7°C | 120.1mm | 9.6h | 11 | 9/10 |
| October | 13.4°C | 8.4°C | 203.1mm | 6.4h | 13 | 8/10 |
| November | 8.0°C | 3.5°C | 303.3mm | 4.0h | 18 | 8/10 |
| December | 5.4°C | 1.0°C | 264.1mm | 3.0h | 20 | 8/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Vancouver and the Vancouver rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Vancouver have?
Vancouver has a oceanic climate — mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. Average highs range from 5.4°C in December to 22.4°C in August.
What is the hottest month in Vancouver?
August is the hottest month in Vancouver, with average highs of 22.4°C and lows of 15.4°C.
What is the coldest month in Vancouver?
December is the coolest month, with average highs of 5.4°C and lows of 1.0°C.
What is the wettest month in Vancouver?
November is the wettest month, averaging 303.3mm of rainfall over around 18 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Vancouver?
Rainy season in Vancouver runs September to April, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Vancouver get per year?
Vancouver receives around 1749mm of rain per year. The driest month is July (30.2mm).
When is the best time to visit Vancouver?
The best time to visit Vancouver is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.