Geography of Vancouver
Geography of Vancouver: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Vancouver
Garibaldi Provincial Park is 45 mi to the north, Whistler is 58 mi to the north, Victoria is 60 mi to the south and Deception Pass State Park is 64 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 49°16′57.7″N 123°7′14.5″W (49.2827, -123.1207)
Quick facts about Vancouver
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | British Columbia |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 49°16′57.7″N 123°7′14.5″W (49.2827, -123.1207) |
| Population | 675.000 |
| Known for | Mountains meeting the Pacific |
| Local time | 3:20 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by attraction in Vancouver
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by airport in Vancouver
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Geography by district in Vancouver
1 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Summary
Vancouver is a city in British Columbia. Vancouver is known for Mountains meeting the Pacific. It has a population of about 675.000.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Vancouver with clear. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 60°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Vancouver is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Stanley Park, Garibaldi Provincial Park, Deception Pass State Park and North Cascades National Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 83°F is 10.1°F above the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Vancouver today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Vancouver month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43° | 35° | 8,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 44° | 34° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 48° | 38° | 9,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 43° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 49° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 67° | 54° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 73° | 59° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 73° | 59° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 66° | 55° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 46° | 9,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 48° | 40° | 10,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 38° | 12,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Vancouver?
Vancouver is a city in British Columbia. Its coordinates are 49.2827, -123.1207. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Vancouver right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with clear. Humidity is 76% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Vancouver?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Vancouver, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Vancouver in?
Vancouver observes America/Vancouver (UTC-07:00). The local time is 3:20 AM.
How many people live in Vancouver?
Vancouver has a population of approximately 675.000.
What is the nearest airport to Vancouver?
The closest airports are Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 7 mi away, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 132 mi away and Portland International Airport (PDX), 256 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Vancouver?
Popular options include Stanley Park, Garibaldi Provincial Park, Deception Pass State Park, North Cascades National Park, Olympic National Park and Vancouver Island.
What places are in Vancouver?
Vancouver covers 3 places in this atlas, including Stanley Park, Vancouver International Airport and Gastown.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 3:20 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
