Best Time to Visit Vancouver
The best months to visit Vancouver are Jun, Jul, Aug. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jun, Jul, Aug
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Vancouver. Expect highs of 19°C to 23°C to 23°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
July
23°C high
Coldest Month
January
1°C low
Driest Month
July
2 rain days
Wettest Month
December
27 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 6°C / Low: 1°C
19 rain days
February
High: 6°C / Low: 1°C
20 rain days
March
High: 9°C / Low: 3°C
22 rain days
April
High: 11°C / Low: 5°C
17 rain days
May
High: 16°C / Low: 9°C
11 rain days
June
High: 19°C / Low: 12°C
11 rain days
July
High: 23°C / Low: 15°C
2 rain days
August
High: 23°C / Low: 15°C
7 rain days
September
High: 19°C / Low: 12°C
12 rain days
October
High: 13°C / Low: 8°C
19 rain days
November
High: 9°C / Low: 4°C
22 rain days
December
High: 7°C / Low: 4°C
27 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Vancouver
Peak Season
June, July, August
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
May, September
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 6°C | 1°C | 19 | Off Season |
February | 6°C | 1°C | 20 | Off Season |
March | 9°C | 3°C | 22 | Off Season |
April | 11°C | 5°C | 17 | Off Season |
May | 16°C | 9°C | 11 | Shoulder Season |
June★ | 19°C | 12°C | 11 | Peak Season |
July★ | 23°C | 15°C | 2 | Peak Season |
August★ | 23°C | 15°C | 7 | Peak Season |
September | 19°C | 12°C | 12 | Shoulder Season |
October | 13°C | 8°C | 19 | Off Season |
November | 9°C | 4°C | 22 | Off Season |
December | 7°C | 4°C | 27 | Off Season |
Season Timeline
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