Planning a trip to Vancouver in August? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +73°F and approximately 8 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 9 rainy days and 52 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
August is usually the hottest month of the year in Vancouver;
Average weather
☀️
+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
52 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Vancouver has good weather in August.
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Average temperature in Vancouver in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Vancouver for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +88°F during the day to a minimum of +52°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +79°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +79°F to +72°F.
Is Vancouver warm or cold in August?
Vancouver is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +73°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +57°F to +59°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is the hottest month in Vancouver, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Vancouver in August
Water in Vancouver in August is Cold. It varies from +50°F to +55°F, with an average of +52°F.The air temperature averaging +73°F is higher than the water temperature.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Vancouver are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +52°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +44°F.
Can you swim in Vancouver in August?
We would not recommend swimming in Vancouver in August, the water is very cold (+52°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
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Climate in Vancouver in August
Vancouver weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+73°F
+73°F
+66°F
Min. temperature
+46°F
+46°F
+41°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+95°F
+88°F
Rainfall
52 mm
52 mm
105 mm
Wind
3 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+51°F
+52°F
+52°F
Humidity
72%
74%
78%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
9
8
6
Cloudy days
12
14
11
Rainy days
10
9
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as good as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +73°F for average maximum temperature during the day.The rainfall amount in August stays the same as in the previous month with a 52 mm of total precipitation.Humidity rises from 72% to 74%.Winds are calmer in comparison to July, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 9 sunny days in July to 8 in August.
Next month (September) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Vancouver in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Vancouver is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Vancouver based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 19% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 53 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 6 rainy days during August, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Vancouver wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 73% chance of precipitation and 300 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 52 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Vancouver?
This is the weather in Vancouver in August 2023:
1 August
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+78°F
2 August
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+77°F
3 August
☀️
+80°F
4 August
☀️
+81°F
5 August
☁️
+79°F
6 August
☁️
+77°F
7 August
☁️
+78°F
8 August
☁️
+77°F
9 August
🌧️
+72°F
10 August
🌧️
+73°F
11 August
☀️
+77°F
12 August
☁️
+80°F
13 August
☀️
+85°F
14 August
☀️
+85°F
15 August
☀️
+86°F
16 August
☀️
+87°F
17 August
☀️
+82°F
18 August
☀️
+82°F
19 August
☀️
+73°F
20 August
☁️
+74°F
21 August
☀️
+73°F
22 August
☀️
+74°F
23 August
☁️
+70°F
24 August
☁️
+75°F
25 August
☁️
+76°F
26 August
☀️
+86°F
27 August
☀️
+87°F
28 August
☀️
+84°F
29 August
🌧️
+67°F
30 August
🌫️
+72°F
31 August
🌧️
+71°F
In August 2023 Vancouver had 17 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +79°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 44%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Vancouver climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Vancouver in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+55°F) and the highest in 2023 (+61°F). The driest year was 1985 with only 1057 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 2802 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Vancouver in August:
Is August a good time to visit Vancouver?
August is a really good time to go to Vancouver. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Vancouver.
Can you sunbathe in Vancouver in August?
August is warm in Vancouver. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Vancouver in August?
Swimming in Vancouver in August is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Vancouver rainy in August?
Vancouver is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Vancouver in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Vancouver in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Vancouver in August?
The normal prices to fly to Vancouver is $269 - $500. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Vancouver, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
