Canada (Vancouver) · April
Low seasonCanada · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 7° (45°)1– (34–)11 (52) | 8° (46°)3– (37–)11 (52) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)16– (61–)29 (84) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)28 (82) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)25 (77) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 7° (45°)2– (36–)12 (54) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)8 (46) | 3° (37°)-2– (28–)7 (45) | 5° (41°)0– (32–)8 (46) | 7° (45°)2– (36–)10 (50) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 13° (55°)9– (48–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)12– (54–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)11– (52–)18 (64) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)16 (61) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)10 (50) | 3° (37°)-2– (28–)8 (46) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 2 | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 |
🌊Water Temp | 7° (45°) | 7° (45°) | 8° (46°) | 10° (50°) | 12° (54°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 12° (54°) | 9° (48°) | 8° (46°) |
🌧Rain Days | 14d216mm (8.5") | 10d108mm (4.2") | 13d146mm (5.8") | 10d100mm (3.9") | 6d68mm (2.7") | 6d56mm (2.2") | 3d29mm (1.1") | 3d36mm (1.4") | 6d81mm (3.2") | 11d158mm (6.2") | 15d237mm (9.3") | 15d201mm (7.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in May.
April in Canada (Vancouver) is on the cool side — with highs around 13°C (55°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drop to 7°C (45°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 19°C (66°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 10 rain days (100 mm (3.9 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 10°C (50°F), the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Spring comes early: cherry trees blossom across the city, the parks turn green, and the first dry days draw Vancouverites onto the Seawall. It stays changeable, but the sun is winning. Anyone who still wants snow will find it in the mountains until late spring.
Events & Festivals
- Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festivallate March to mid-April
Around the cherry blossom there are guided walks, picnics and the Sakura Days Japan Fair at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
Packing list for Canada (Vancouver) in April
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Canada (Vancouver)?
- April is not an optimal month for Canada (Vancouver) (Score: 47/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Canada (Vancouver) in April?
- In April, Canada (Vancouver) sees daily highs of 13°C (55°F). Nights cool to 7°C (45°F), with a daily average of 10°C (50°F). Peaks reach around 19°C (66°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F).
- How much rain falls in Canada (Vancouver) in April?
- In April, Canada (Vancouver) receives an average of 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain over 10 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Canada (Vancouver) get in April?
- Canada (Vancouver) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Canada (Vancouver) in April?
- Water temperature in Canada (Vancouver) in April averages 10°C (50°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
