Average weather for Vancouver in August
It's warm in August in Vancouver with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 17°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Vancouver with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 17°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Vancouver is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Vancouver is 13°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In August, there is an average of 27 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Vancouver in August |
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24°C | 30°C | |
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25°C | 31°C | |
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21°C | -5°C | |
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27 mm | 79 mm | |
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4 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Vancouver?
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Vancouver. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2021, Vancouver reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Vancouver
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Vancouver, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Vancouver
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Vancouver, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 4 days of precipitation in Vancouver.
Daily UV index in August in Vancouver
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Vancouver, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Vancouver over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Vancouver, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Vancouver over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Vancouver, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Vancouver
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Vancouver. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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