What July feels like in Vancouver
In Vancouver, July brings mid-summer. Afternoons are mild and comfortable for most people in light layers. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay mild and the temperature hardly changes after dark. The air is fairly humid, though at these temperatures it rarely feels oppressive.
Rain in Vancouver in July
Rain turns up now and then — about one day in 6. Wet days average about 7.3 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 12.1 mm per rainy day. July is Vancouver's driest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
In mid-July, sunrise is at about 5:22 am and sunset at about 9:14 pm (local time) — 15 h 52 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 21 min less daylight than mid-June. Measured sunshine covers about 84% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How July compares to the rest of the year
July is the warmest month of the year in Vancouver. Against June, the average high is 3.7°C (6.7°F) higher, with 40 mm less rain. August continues the upward trend. By August, typical highs are 22.4°C (72.3°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.
- Beach: a good fit — warm and mostly dry on the coast.
- Hiking: a good fit — mild temperatures for trails.
Tips for visiting Vancouver in July
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Vancouver in July?
Afternoons average 22.5°C (72.5°F) and nights about 14.8°C (58.6°F) — mild by most people's standards. It is the warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Vancouver in July?
Only moderately: roughly 5 wet days and 37 mm, usually moderate rain.
What should I wear in Vancouver in July?
The numbers point to sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is July or August better for visiting Vancouver?
On our 12-month climate ranking, July comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #2). August has more rainy days.