August 18 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Vancouver. With minimal rain risk (13%) and pleasant highs of 23°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. As it's peak season for Vancouver, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates. Note: August 18 is Discovery Day in Vancouver, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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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 18
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23.1°C. 13% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Vancouver in August
Based on historical data for August 18, Vancouver typically experiences temperatures between 14.9°C and 23.1°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (13% 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
23.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.6°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
13%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
45%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.3 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 83% 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
🔴 20 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 30 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 50 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
18.2°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
Holiday
Discovery Day
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
05:09
☀️ Noon
12:17
🌇 Sunset
19:25
⏱️ Daylight
14h 15m
Wind Speed
10.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
11.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
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 18 averages 23.1°C with a 13% 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
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Vancouver Worth Visiting on August 18?
Planning a trip to Vancouver on August 18? 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 23.1°C with a 13% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Discovery Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ 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 18.9°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.39m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 33.3°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 12.8°C in 2018.