Climate Insights for West Vancouver

Metro Vancouver Regional District, North Shore Mountains, Canada

Hottest
August
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
February
3°C low38°F low
Wettest
November
322 mm rain12.7 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in West Vancouver is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1,970 mm of precipitation falls per year. West Vancouver receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. West Vancouver is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 78cm accumulating over the season.The climate in West Vancouver is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 77.6 in of precipitation falls per year. West Vancouver receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. West Vancouver is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 38°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 31in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 6°Average: 5°Min: 4°FebMax: 6°Average: 4°Min: 3°MarMax: 9°Average: 7°Min: 5°AprMax: 12°Average: 9°Min: 8°MayMax: 16°Average: 13°Min: 11°JunMax: 18°Average: 16°Min: 14°JulMax: 21°Average: 19°Min: 16°AugMax: 22°Average: 19°Min: 17°SepMax: 18°Average: 16°Min: 14°OctMax: 13°Average: 11°Min: 10°NovMax: 9°Average: 8°Min: 7°DecMax: 6°Average: 5°Min: 4°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 43°FAverage: 41°FMin: 39°FFebMax: 43°FAverage: 40°FMin: 38°FMarMax: 48°FAverage: 44°FMin: 41°FAprMax: 53°FAverage: 49°FMin: 46°FMayMax: 61°FAverage: 56°FMin: 52°FJunMax: 65°FAverage: 60°FMin: 57°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 66°FMin: 62°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 66°FMin: 63°FSepMax: 65°FAverage: 61°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 55°FAverage: 52°FMin: 50°FNovMax: 48°FAverage: 46°FMin: 44°FDecMax: 44°FAverage: 41°FMin: 40°F
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West Vancouver sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 3°C to 22°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 19°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.West Vancouver sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 38°F to 71°F. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 66°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 38°F and an average of 40°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 291mmSnow: 19mmFebPrecipitation: 159mmSnow: 22mmMarPrecipitation: 184mmSnow: 8mmAprPrecipitation: 137mmSnow: 1mmMayPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 126mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 241mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 322mmSnow: 5mmDecPrecipitation: 286mmSnow: 23mm
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Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 11.5inSnow (in): 7inFebPrecipitation: 6.2inSnow (in): 9inMarPrecipitation: 7.2inSnow (in): 3inAprPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 9.5inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 12.7inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 11.2inSnow (in): 9in
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West Vancouver is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,970 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 164 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 322 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 31 mm. That's 291 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 78cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.West Vancouver is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 77.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.5 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 12.7 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.2 in. That's 11.5 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 31in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 9in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
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West Vancouver is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.West Vancouver is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan5°41°F
Feb4°40°F
Mar7°44°F
Apr9°49°F
May13°56°F
Jun16°60°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep16°61°F
Oct11°52°F
Nov8°46°F
Dec5°41°F

The best time to visit West Vancouver is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 49 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit West Vancouver is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 38°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for West Vancouver based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for West Vancouver based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
4 °C39 °F
6 °C43 °F
12 km/h8 mph
291 mm11.5 in
19 cm7 in
Feb
3 °C38 °F
6 °C43 °F
11 km/h7 mph
159 mm6.2 in
22 cm9 in
Mar
5 °C41 °F
9 °C48 °F
12 km/h7 mph
184 mm7.2 in
8 cm3 in
Apr
8 °C46 °F
12 °C53 °F
11 km/h7 mph
137 mm5.4 in
1 cm0 in
May
11 °C52 °F
16 °C61 °F
9 km/h6 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
14 °C57 °F
18 °C65 °F
10 km/h6 mph
69 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C62 °F
21 °C71 °F
9 km/h5 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
17 °C63 °F
22 °C71 °F
9 km/h5 mph
45 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C58 °F
18 °C65 °F
10 km/h6 mph
126 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
10 °C50 °F
13 °C55 °F
11 km/h7 mph
241 mm9.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
7 °C44 °F
9 °C48 °F
12 km/h8 mph
322 mm12.7 in
5 cm2 in
Dec
4 °C40 °F
6 °C44 °F
12 km/h8 mph
286 mm11.2 in
23 cm9 in