August 1 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Vancouver. With minimal rain risk (10%) and pleasant highs of 24°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Vancouver is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Vancouver
Currency
CAD
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Language
English
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Vancouver Weather Forecast for August 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 24°C. 10% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Vancouver in August
Based on historical data for August 1, Vancouver typically experiences temperatures between 15.2°C and 24°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (10% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Vancouver
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
24°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
24.6°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
10%
Avg 0.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
37%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.6 hPa
Low volatility
Vancouver Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 95% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 18 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 27 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 45 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
18.4°C
Noticeable
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
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
High
94/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~413
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Vancouver
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:45
☀️ Noon
12:20
🌇 Sunset
19:54
⏱️ Daylight
15h 8m
Wind Speed
10.6 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
12.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Vancouver
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
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 August 1 averages 24°C with a 10% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— 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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📍 Is Vancouver Worth Visiting on August 1?
Planning a trip to Vancouver on August 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 24°C with a 10% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 413 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 19.5°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.24m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 32.5°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 12.4°C in 2023.