What to pack for Vancouver in April
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 77%; max daily wind around 18 km/h.
How April compares
Best months in Vancouver: July–August. See the full best time to visit Vancouver guide.
Vancouver in April: the details
In April, Vancouver sees average daytime highs of 11°C (53°F) and overnight lows of 5°C (41°F). Rainfall totals roughly 115 mm across 13.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 8.9 hours per day with 13.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 77%.
In context: April is the 7th-warmest month and the 7th-wettest in Vancouver. The sunniest month is July (13.1 h/day).
| Metric | April average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 11°C / 53°F |
| Overnight low | 5°C / 41°F |
| Rainfall | 115 mm over 13.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 8.9 h/day (13.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 77% |
| Travel score | 4.7 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Vancouver, Canada (49.25, -123.12) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Vancouver in April?
Daytime highs in Vancouver in April average 11°C (53°F); nights drop to about 5°C.
Does it rain in Vancouver in April?
Expect around 13.5 rainy days and 115 mm of rainfall in April.
Is April a good time to visit Vancouver?
April is a challenging month to visit Vancouver — consider July–August instead. Overall travel score: 4.7/10. The best months are July–August.
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