What February feels like in Vancouver
For Vancouver, February is late winter on the calendar. It is cold outside for most of the day; indoor breaks come as a relief. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cold and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Vancouver in February
February is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 10.1 mm (0.4 in) on an average rainy day. That is close to Vancouver's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 12.1 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in February
In mid-February, sunrise is at about 7:23 am and sunset at about 5:30 pm (local time) — 10 h 7 min of daylight. Since mid-January the day has gained 1 h 30 min. The sun is out for roughly 54% of those daylight hours, so sun and cloud share the day.
How February compares to the rest of the year
In Vancouver's temperature order, February sits as the 3rd coolest month. Against January, the average high is 0.3°C (0.5°F) higher, with 104 mm less rain. March continues the upward trend. March averages a high of 8.8°C (47.8°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Vancouver in February
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Warm Layers
Insulated layers and warm shoes for the cold hours.
Quick questions
How warm is Vancouver in February?
Afternoons average 6.4°C (43.5°F) and nights about 1.2°C (34.2°F) — cold by most people's standards. It is the 3rd coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Vancouver in February?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about every other day and totals about 161 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Vancouver in February?
The numbers point to rain protection and warm layers. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is February or March better for visiting Vancouver?
February scores better on our climate ranking (#8 of 12 vs #10), rated Poor against Poor. March is warmer and has more rainy days.