AI-generatedWest Vancouver at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug
- Warmest month
- Jul · 25°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 17.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,010 h
- Rain a year
- 2,296 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC−8 / UTC−7
- Elevation
- 26 m
Climate in West Vancouver
West Vancouver has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 25 °C, while December is the coolest at 6 °C. With around 2,010 hours of sunshine a year, West Vancouver is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit West Vancouver
The best time to visit West Vancouver is from July to August. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in August it only reaches 17.8 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from June to September. Rain is frequent from October to May; the wettest month is November with 345 mm.
West Vancouver through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
West Vancouver in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 11–19 °C by day
- Sea 10 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 49 rainy days in all
West Vancouver in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 22–25 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
West Vancouver in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 9–21 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 4.3 h of sun a day
- 47 rainy days in all
West Vancouver in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 6–9 °C by day
- Sea 7 °C
- 2.7 h of sun a day
- 56 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jun – Sep
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct – May
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
Snow
Nov – Mar
Snow on 2 or more days
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Your best months: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: July – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 7°
- Midday, 13:00: about 14°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 14°
- Evening, 20:00: about 11°
- Night, 23:00: about 9°
07:3218:25
Cold evenings: bring a warm jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:12–08:15 · evening 17:41–18:44
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:00–07:12 · evening 18:44–18:57
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in West Vancouver compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 18° at the start of the month to 12° at the end. The sea cools from 13° to 10°. The days get 1.7 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 18° | 12° |
| Night-time low | 8° | 4° |
| Sea | 13° | 10° |
| Daylight | 11.7 h | 10.0 h |
What is the weather like in West Vancouver in October?
In October, West Vancouver is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 11.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 261 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 10 h 53 min07:32 – 18:25
- UV index
- 2 · lowclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 70 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−7offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %17 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %9 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in West Vancouver
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in West Vancouver: score 75 against 5. In July, days are 10 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 6 °C warmer in July. July has 11 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 6 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 5 | 75better |
| Daytime high | 15° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 6° | 13° |
| Sea | 11.7° | 17.7° |
| Sunshine | 4.0 h | 10.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 17 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 261 mm | 46 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
West Vancouver month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
0January7° · Sea 7° · 2.3 h
In January, West Vancouver is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 6.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 314 mm. Snow falls on about 7 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in January5February9° · Sea 7° · 3.6 h
In February, West Vancouver is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 7.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 184 mm. Snow falls on about 6 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in February4March11° · Sea 8° · 4.2 h
In March, West Vancouver is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 7.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 256 mm. Snow falls on about 6 days. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in March13April15° · Sea 10° · 6.2 h
In April, West Vancouver is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 9.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 164 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in April22May19° · Sea 13° · 7.3 h
In May, West Vancouver is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 13.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 121 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in May41June22° · Sea 16° · 8.1 h
In June, West Vancouver is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 91 mm in total. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in June75July25° · Sea 18° · 10.1 h
In July, West Vancouver is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in July73August25° · Sea 18° · 8.9 h
In August, West Vancouver is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 66 mm. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in August34September21° · Sea 15° · 6.6 h
In September, West Vancouver is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 136 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in September5October15° · Sea 12° · 4.0 h
In October, West Vancouver is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 11.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 261 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in October0November9° · Sea 9° · 2.4 h
In November, West Vancouver is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 9.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 345 mm. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in November0December6° · Sea 8° · 2.1 h
In December, West Vancouver is cold: daytime highs average 6 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. The sea averages 7.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 313 mm. Snow falls on about 8 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in West Vancouver.
West Vancouver in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in West Vancouver
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
ColdOctober: nights around 6°. The room should be heated.
The coolest nights are in December (0°), the warmest in July (13°). Nights fall below 8 °C on average from October to April, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 0 | 7° | 1° | 6.9° | 2.3 h | 20 | 314 |
| FebruaryFeb | 5 | 9° | 1° | 7.0° | 3.6 h | 16 | 184 |
| MarchMar | 4 | 11° | 2° | 7.9° | 4.2 h | 20 | 256 |
| AprilApr | 13 | 15° | 5° | 9.9° | 6.2 h | 16 | 164 |
| MayMay | 22 | 19° | 8° | 13.0° | 7.3 h | 13 | 121 |
| JuneJun | 41 | 22° | 11° | 15.5° | 8.1 h | 12 | 91 |
| JulyJul | 75 | 25° | 13° | 17.7° | 10.1 h | 6 | 46 |
| AugustAug | 73 | 25° | 13° | 17.8° | 8.9 h | 7 | 66 |
| SeptemberSep | 34 | 21° | 10° | 15.3° | 6.6 h | 11 | 136 |
| OctoberOct | 5 | 15° | 6° | 11.7° | 4.0 h | 17 | 261 |
| NovemberNov | 0 | 9° | 3° | 9.1° | 2.4 h | 20 | 345 |
| DecemberDec | 0 | 6° | 0° | 7.5° | 2.1 h | 20 | 313 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in West Vancouver
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 11.0 – 12.6 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in West Vancouver ranges from 6.9 °C in January to 17.8 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From December to January the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 16.6 and 19.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 6.9° | 6.4° | 7.3° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 7.0° | 6.4° | 7.4° | cold |
| MarchMar | 7.9° | 7.0° | 8.5° | cold |
| AprilApr | 9.9° | 9.1° | 10.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 13.0° | 12.0° | 14.3° | cold |
| JuneJun | 15.5° | 14.4° | 16.6° | cold |
| JulyJul | 17.7° | 16.8° | 18.6° | fresh |
| AugustAug | 17.8° | 16.6° | 19.0° | fresh |
| SeptemberSep | 15.3° | 14.5° | 16.3° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 11.7° | 11.0° | 12.6° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 9.1° | 8.5° | 9.6° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 7.5° | 7.0° | 8.2° | cold |
Sunshine hours in West Vancouver
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 4.0 of 10.9 hours of daylight in West Vancouver, 37 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in West Vancouver: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, West Vancouver has about 17 rainy days with 261 mm of rain in total.
UV index in West Vancouver
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 2 · lowLittle protection needed; sunglasses on bright days.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 8).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 60 min
- Fair skin
- about 75 min
- Light brown skin
- about 105 min
- Olive skin
- over 2 h
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in West Vancouver
How breezy and how cloudy West Vancouver is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in West Vancouver typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 70 % of the sky over West Vancouver: mostly cloudy, with about 4.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in West Vancouver
How often the day gets hot in West Vancouver (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, West Vancouver has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 15 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Snow in West Vancouver
When West Vancouver is likely to be white: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in West Vancouver.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
Planning a trip to West Vancouver
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
West Vancouver in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
West Vancouver has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 74) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 0).
- 10
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 9 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
- 26
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 74
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 9.3 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 5
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 0
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 6 °C by day
- Sea 7 °C
- 2.2 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 35 min
- Distance
- 7,570 km
- Time zone
- UTC−7
- Jet lag
- About 5 days (8 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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West Vancouver vs North Vancouver
In October the holiday weather in West Vancouver and North Vancouver is about equally good (score 5 vs 8). During the day it is about as warm in North Vancouver as in West Vancouver. The sea in North Vancouver is 1 °C cooler.
| in October | West Vancouver | North Vancouver |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 5 | 8 |
| Daytime high | 15° | 15° |
| Sea | 12° | 11° |
| Sunshine | 4 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 17 | 16 |
| Best time | Jul – Aug | Jul – Aug |
Through the year
Canada in October: the best places
In October, West Vancouver ranks 25 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about West Vancouver
When is the best time to visit West Vancouver?
The best time to visit West Vancouver is from July to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in West Vancouver?
The sea temperature in West Vancouver ranges from 6.9 °C in January to 17.8 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in West Vancouver in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 11.7 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in West Vancouver?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 25 °C and nights around 13 °C. December is the coolest month at 6 °C.
When does it rain most in West Vancouver?
Rain is frequent from October to May; the wettest month is November with 345 mm. The driest month is July with 46 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does West Vancouver get?
West Vancouver gets around 2,010 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.1 hours a day; in December there are 2.1 hours a day.
What time zone is West Vancouver in?
West Vancouver is on UTC−8 in January and UTC−7 in July.
How long is the flight from London to West Vancouver?
A nonstop flight from London to West Vancouver takes about 9 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,570 km.
Which school holidays are best for West Vancouver?
West Vancouver has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 74) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 0). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 10, May half-term 26, summer holidays 74, October half-term 5, Christmas holidays 0.