Vancouver in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Vancouver (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 21.2°C and lows of 14.2°C, with around 144.6mm of rain across the season (22 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the northern hemisphere, summer in Vancouver covers June, July, August.
Summer in Vancouver month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 18.9°C | 12.4°C | 75.6mm | 12 | 10/10 |
| July | 22.2°C | 14.8°C | 30.2mm | 4 | 10/10 |
| August | 22.4°C | 15.4°C | 38.8mm | 6 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Vancouver in summer
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light waterproof layer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Vancouver?
Summer in Vancouver rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 21.2°C with 144.6mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Vancouver in summer?
Daytime highs average 21.2°C (70.2°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 14.2°C.
What months are summer in Vancouver?
Vancouver is in the northern hemisphere, so summer covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Vancouver · Vancouver annual climate · Vancouver in spring · Vancouver in autumn · Vancouver in winter
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Summer in Vancouver — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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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.