If you are thinking of traveling to Vancouver in February, think and plan carefully. The average daytime high temperature is usually around +46°F, and there are only about 2 sunny days in total throughout the whole month. Pack for extremes to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+46°F
Avg. max. temperature
+7°F
Min.
+57°F
Max.
171 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Vancouver has uncomfortable weather in February.
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Average temperature in Vancouver in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Vancouver for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +50°F during the day to a minimum of +21°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +45°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +41°F to +37°F.
Is Vancouver warm or cold in February?
Vancouver is typically chill in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +43°F to +46°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +37°F to +37°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
February is one of the coolest months in Vancouver, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Vancouver in February
Water in Vancouver in February is Cold. It varies from +43°F to +46°F, with an average of +44°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +46°F.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest 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 February?
We would not recommend swimming in Vancouver in February, the water is very cold (+44°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 February
Vancouver weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+43°F
+46°F
+50°F
Min. temperature
+12°F
+7°F
+21°F
Max. temperature
+57°F
+57°F
+66°F
Rainfall
246 mm
171 mm
203 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+45°F
+44°F
+45°F
Humidity
86%
81%
78%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
2
2
2
Cloudy days
8
7
8
Rainy days
18
16
19
Snowy days
4
3
1
February weather is still as bad as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +43°F to +46°F during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 246 mm to 171 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 86% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in March as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Vancouver in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 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 decreasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Vancouver based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 79% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 217 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 56 mm, which is considered heavy rain.February is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how February 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.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in Vancouver based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 7% chance of snow on an average day in February, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 31 mm.
February is one of the snowiest months in Vancouver.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in Vancouver?
This is the weather in Vancouver in February 2023:
1 February
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+41°F
2 February
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+46°F
3 February
☁️
+48°F
4 February
🌧️
+48°F
5 February
🌧️
+48°F
6 February
🌧️
+46°F
7 February
🌧️
+48°F
8 February
☀️
+47°F
9 February
🌧️
+46°F
10 February
🌧️
+51°F
11 February
☀️
+50°F
12 February
🌧️
+44°F
13 February
🌧️
+46°F
14 February
☀️
+44°F
15 February
☀️
+43°F
16 February
☁️
+43°F
17 February
🌧️
+43°F
18 February
🌧️
+45°F
19 February
🌧️
+47°F
20 February
🌧️
+47°F
21 February
🌧️
+47°F
22 February
☁️
+43°F
23 February
🌨️
+35°F
24 February
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+34°F
25 February
☁️
+35°F
26 February
🌨️
+42°F
27 February
🌧️
+42°F
28 February
🌧️
+38°F
In February 2023 Vancouver had 5 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 16 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +45°F, with an absolute maximum of +50°F and a minimum of +34°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 17 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Vancouver climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Vancouver in February 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 February:
Is February a good time to visit Vancouver?
There is never a bad time to go to Vancouver, but the weather isn’t the best in February, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Vancouver and pack for the extremes in weather.
Can you sunbathe in Vancouver in February?
Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Vancouver in February?
Swimming in Vancouver in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Vancouver rainy in February?
Vancouver is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Vancouver in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Vancouver in February, 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 February?
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.
