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Vancouver in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Vancouver in July and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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July

Weather in Vancouver in July 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Cold water
Weather for Vancouver in July is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +23°C during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 10 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in July around 52 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • July is usually the driest month of the year in Vancouver

Average weather

☀️
+23°C
Avg. max. temperature
+8°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
52 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Vancouver has good weather in July.

Average temperature in Vancouver in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Vancouver for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in July is +26°C with a maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +13°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +24°C to +25°C.

Is Vancouver warm or cold in July?

Vancouver is typically warm in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +20°C to +23°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +12°C to +14°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

July is one of the warmest months in Vancouver, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Vancouver in July

Water in Vancouver in July is Cold. It varies from +9°C to +12°C, with an average of +10°C. The air temperature averaging +23°C is higher than the water temperature.

The water temperature in July 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 +11°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +7°C.

Can you swim in Vancouver in July?

We would not recommend swimming in Vancouver in July, the water is very cold (+10°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°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.

Climate in Vancouver in July

Vancouver weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+20°C+23°C+23°C
Min. temperature
+6°C+8°C+8°C
Max. temperature
+40°C+35°C+35°C
Rainfall
82 mm52 mm52 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+9°C+10°C+11°C
Humidity
73%72%74%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1017 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
398
Cloudy days
121214
Rainy days
14109
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as good as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +20°C to +23°C during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 82 mm to 52 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 3 to 9.

August brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Vancouver in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 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 July, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Vancouver based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in July is about 55 mm, with a 19% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during July, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how July 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 July in Vancouver?

This is the weather in Vancouver in July 2023:
1 July
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+24°C
2 July
☀️
+26°C
3 July
☀️
+27°C
4 July
☀️
+28°C
5 July
☀️
+29°C
6 July
☀️
+28°C
7 July
☁️
+28°C
8 July
☁️
+24°C
9 July
☀️
+25°C
10 July
☀️
+24°C
11 July
☀️
+25°C
12 July
☁️
+26°C
13 July
☀️
+25°C
14 July
☀️
+28°C
15 July
☀️
+32°C
16 July
☀️
+29°C
17 July
☁️
+26°C
18 July
☀️
+26°C
19 July
☀️
+29°C
20 July
☀️
+30°C
21 July
☀️
+30°C
22 July
☀️
+27°C
23 July
☀️
+27°C
24 July
🌧️
+24°C
25 July
🌧️
+19°C
26 July
☁️
+23°C
27 July
☁️
+25°C
28 July
☀️
+25°C
29 July
☁️
+25°C
30 July
☀️
+24°C
31 July
☀️
+25°C
In July 2023 Vancouver had 22 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +26°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +19°C. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Vancouver climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Vancouver in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+13°C) and the highest in 2023 (+16°C). 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 July:

Is July a good time to visit Vancouver?

July 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 July?

July 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 July?

Swimming in Vancouver in July is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Vancouver rainy in July?

Vancouver is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Vancouver in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Vancouver in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Canada

Check out the weather for other cities in Canada.

Monthly weather in Vancouver

Source of the data

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.