April 21 is generally a great time to visit Vancouver. While there is a slight chance of rain (37%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 14°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Vancouver this month as tourism activity remains quite robust. Note: April 21 is Easter Monday in Vancouver, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Vancouver
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Vancouver Weather Forecast for April 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 13.6°C. 37% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Vancouver in April
Based on historical data for April 21, Vancouver typically experiences temperatures between 5.4°C and 13.6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 37% 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
13.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
13.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
37%
Avg 2.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
61%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.6 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 82% 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
🔴 24 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 36 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 60 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.3°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
Holiday
Easter Monday
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
05:10
☀️ Noon
12:12
🌇 Sunset
19:14
⏱️ Daylight
14h 4m
Wind Speed
11.8 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
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 21 averages 13.6°C with a 37% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 79/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Vancouver Weather History (2010–2024)
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Vancouver Worth Visiting on April 21?
Planning a trip to Vancouver on April 21? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 13.6°C with a 37% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Easter Monday, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ 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 9.8°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.38m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18.4°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 3.7°C in 2023.