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This quick reference weather table contains a summary of the annual climate trends in Vancouver. It contains key metrics, including average monthly high & low temperatures, rainfall, humidity and UV index. The data is presented on a monthly basis, allowing you to see how each these weather components change throughout the year.
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The year-round weather in Vancouver is defined by a temperate coastal climate with mild variations between seasons. WeatherBox data shows that the average daily high temperature reaches 21.8°C (71.2°F) during the warmest month, while peak summer heat rarely exceeds 26.7°C (80.1°F). Winter brings cool conditions rather than severe freezing, with average daily lows dropping to 1.3°C (34.3°F) during the coldest period. Temperatures rarely fall below -3.2°C (26.2°F), demonstrating the mild winters that distinguish this region from inland seasonal extremes. Daily temperature fluctuations are relatively tight, experiencing a maximum intraday range of 8.1°C (14.6°F) in the summer and narrowing to a stable 2°C (3.6°F) during the winter months.
Seasonal moisture shifts are prominent, characterized by heavy precipitation in the winter and surprisingly dry summers. The wettest month sees an average rainfall of 345 mm (14 in), contributing to a substantial average annual total of 2,273 mm (89 in). Conversely, the driest month receives an average precipitation value of just 44 mm (2 in). During the darker, wetter months, extensive cloud coverage keeps the sky categorized as scattered to overcast at a frequency of 87.7, and relative humidity peaks at a high of 87.7. When the skies clear in the summer, the cloud coverage metric drops to 36.0, and the average peak UV Index is 6.2.
Sunshine visibility contrasts sharply across the year, aligning directly with the regional precipitation cycle. The sunniest month records a sunshine metric of 343.8, while the darkest winter month provides a low sunshine total of 35.2. Wind conditions remain generally subdued, with the highest monthly mean wind speed registering at 8.7 km/h (5.4 mph) and peak wind events rarely exceeding 21.0 km/h (13.1 mph) even during the stormiest parts of the year. Visitors and residents seeking to further analyze these typical annual weather conditions can explore the advanced weather charts available on the WeatherBox website.