What is the weather like in Vancouver in February?

Expect temperatures between 1°C and 7°C with 46% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Vancouver in February?

Vancouver in February scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Decent conditions for most activities.

Who should visit Vancouver in February?

February in Vancouver is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Vancouver Weather in February | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

7°C

Hottest around day 19

Avg Low

1°C

Coolest around day 10

Rainy Days

29days

46% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in February

Pacific Ocean

6.7°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Pacific Ocean

Vancouver coastline

Essential Travel Info for Vancouver

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Currency

CAD

$ Canadian dollar

Language

English

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Driving

Right side

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Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.389

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Well Connected

69/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jul

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

287

Jan

303

Feb

307

Mar

323

Apr

407

May

394

Jun

438

Jul

413

Aug

415

Sep

354

Oct

191

Nov

324

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Canada. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Canada.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Canada.Rabies is commonly found in some terrestrial wildlife species and bats.If rabies exposures occur while in Canada, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

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Is February a Good Time to Visit Vancouver?

👌Decent conditions for most activities(64/100)

Short Answer

Monsoon conditions shape Vancouver's February: expect 46% daily rain chance. Mornings often clear before afternoon showers - early starts recommended.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

82% average humidity

Frequent rainfall expected

46% chance of rain - pack waterproofs

Cold sea - swimming challenging

6.7°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.38m wave height - Fun Waves

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

69% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 6.7°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
👴
Elderly travelers
82% humidity creates difficult conditions
💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 38/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Vancouver in February averages 7°C with 46% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Vancouver in February

What are the temperatures in Vancouver in February?

Daytime highs average 7°C, nights drop to 1°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Vancouver in February?

Expect around 29 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Vancouver in February?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is February peak season in Vancouver?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Vancouver Weather in February

Sea Temperature in February

Vancouver February Weather Calendar

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Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is February a Good Time to Visit Vancouver?

Decision Factors

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