What to pack for Vancouver in February
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 80%; max daily wind around 17 km/h. Snow falls on about 4.2 days.
How February compares
Best months in Vancouver: July–August. See the full best time to visit Vancouver guide.
Vancouver in February: the details
In February, Vancouver sees average daytime highs of 6°C (42°F) and overnight lows of 1°C (33°F). Rainfall totals roughly 124 mm across 15.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 5.2 hours per day with 9.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 80%.
In context: February is the coldest month of the year and the 5th-wettest in Vancouver. The sunniest month is July (13.1 h/day).
| Metric | February average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 6°C / 42°F |
| Overnight low | 1°C / 33°F |
| Rainfall | 124 mm over 15.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 5.2 h/day (9.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 80% |
| Travel score | 0.5 / 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 February?
Daytime highs in Vancouver in February average 6°C (42°F); nights drop to about 1°C.
Does it rain in Vancouver in February?
Expect around 15.5 rainy days and 124 mm of rainfall in February.
Is February a good time to visit Vancouver?
February is a challenging month to visit Vancouver — consider July–August instead. Overall travel score: 0.5/10. The best months are July–August.
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