• When is the best time to visit Vancouver?
    • Vancouver can be visited at any time of the year depending on what you want to do and see – its weather is mild all year long.
    • Winter time is chilly to cold, but Vancouver is a good place to stay if you want to check out the ski slopes at Whistler or Grouse Mountain.
    • Summer is the warmest time of the year – many people consider this the best time to visit Vancouver partly because schools are on break.
    • The weather is pleasant, but with the crowds and the higher room rates, you might want to consider one of the non-peak seasons.
    • From March to May and from September to November, the weather is comfortable and room rates are reasonable.
  • What is the best time to experience Vancouver’s seasons?
    • March to May has the most enjoyable weather of the year as the spring climate is temperate.
    • For the best of spring foliage, it’s ideal to visit Vancouver in April.
    • Summer is the most popular time to visit Vancouver thanks to the warm weather and a milieu of outdoor activities just waiting to be enjoyed.
    • Easy hiking and trekking is also great during this time.
    • Winter sport lovers will have a fantastic time challenging the slopes near Whistler or Grouse Mountain in January.
    • For the best winter festivals, come in January or February to catch the Festival of Lights, the Polar Bear Swim, and the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, among others.

  • How cold does Vancouver get in January?
    • Vancouver experiences the coldest weather of the year. High temperatures average at 43°F (6°C) while the low temperature averages hover at 34°F (1°C).
  • Does Vancouver warm up in February?
    • The climate gets just a tad bit warmer with the average high temperature increasing to 46°F (8°C). The average low temperature also increases by a few degrees to 36°F (2°C).
  • What are the temperature trends in Vancouver during March?
    • March continues with the upward trend of temperatures. High temperatures rise to 50°F (10°C), and the low temperatures increase a single degree to 37°F (3°C). Precipitation averages are relatively high at 110mm.
  • What is the spring weather like in Vancouver in April?
    • The average high temperature and low temperature range between 54°F (12°C) and 41°F (5°C).
  • Does rainfall decrease in Vancouver in May?
    • May sees a decrease in precipitation rates with about 70mm of rain. The high temperature averages get a big increase to 61°F (16°C), along with the low temperature average, which rises to 48°F (9°C).
  • How warm does Vancouver get in June?
    • The average high temperature reaches 66°F (19°C), while the average low temperature peaks at 52°F (11°C).
  • What is the driest month in Vancouver?
    • Vancouver experiences its driest month annually in July with a precipitation rate of 40mm. It also receives the highest daily average of sunshine at 13 hours. High temperature averages and low temperature averages continue to rise to 70°F (21°C) and 55°F (13°C), respectively.
  • When is Vancouver at its hottest?
    • The hottest month of the year in Vancouver is August, with the average high temperature peaking at 72°F (22°C). The average low temperature rises to 57°F (14°C), which is the exact same measurement for Vancouver’s sea temperature.
  • Does Vancouver start cooling down in September?
    • Things start to cool back down with the high temperature decreasing to 64°F (18°C). The low temperature average also sees a decrease, measuring at 52°F (11°C).
  • How much does the temperature drop in October?
    • The average high temperature drops by nearly 10 degrees to 55°F (13°C). Low temperature averages also decrease to 45°F (7°C).
  • When is the wettest month in Vancouver?
    • Vancouver experiences the wettest month of the year in November with an average precipitation rate of 200mm. The high and low temperatures are 46°F (8°C) and 37°F (3°C), respectively.
  • How much sunshine does Vancouver get in December?
    • December has the lowest daily average of sunshine with just 4 hours per day. The average high temperature goes down to 43°F (6°C), while the average low temperature decreases to 34°F (1°C).
  • Where can I find more weather resources?


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