April 12 sees frequent showers in Vancouver. Historical data shows a 40% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 12°C. You'll find plenty of company in Vancouver this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Vancouver Weather Forecast for April 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.8°C. 40% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Vancouver in April
Based on historical data for April 12, Vancouver typically experiences temperatures between 4.1°C and 11.8°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 40% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Vancouver
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
11.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
40%
Avg 3.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~40% chance
Pressure
1016.8 hPa
Medium volatility
Vancouver Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 26 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 39 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 65 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
Busy
74/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~323
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Vancouver
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:27
☀️ Noon
12:14
🌇 Sunset
19:00
⏱️ Daylight
13h 32m
Wind Speed
12.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
76%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Vancouver
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Vancouver on April 12 averages 11.8°C with a 40% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 67/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Vancouver Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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13.2°C • 35% rain
Score
78
April 19
13.3°C • 35% rain
Score
78
April 17
13°C • 36% rain
Score
76
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📍 Is Vancouver Worth Visiting on April 12?
Planning a trip to Vancouver on April 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.8°C with a 40% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 323 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 9.6°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.49m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 14.1°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to -0.9°C in 2023.