Canada (Vancouver) · August
Best travel monthPeak 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
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Canada (Vancouver) — with 8 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 23°C (73°F).
Daytime highs average 23°C (73°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 19°C (66°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 36 mm (1.4 in) total. At 16°C (61°F), the water is still quite cool in August — a wetsuit may be useful.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
The city at its best: long, bright evenings, hardly any rain and a sky that stays clear over bay and mountains. Beaches, kayaks and paddleboards bring the water to life, terraces are full every day, and the Alaska-bound cruise ships sail. Early booking pays off.
Events & Festivals
- Vancouver Pride Paradefirst Sunday of August (BC Day weekend)
A big parade through downtown, followed by a street festival in Davie Village.
Packing list for Canada (Vancouver) in August
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Canada (Vancouver)?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Canada (Vancouver) (Climate Score: 81/100). Pleasant temperatures (23°C (73°F)), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Canada (Vancouver) in August?
- In August, Canada (Vancouver) sees daily highs of 23°C (73°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 19°C (66°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F).
- How much rain falls in Canada (Vancouver) in August?
- In August, Canada (Vancouver) receives an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Canada (Vancouver) get in August?
- Canada (Vancouver) averages 8 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Canada (Vancouver) in August?
- Water temperature in Canada (Vancouver) in August averages 16°C (61°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
