Geography of Gastown
Geography of Gastown: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Gastown
Stanley Park is 2 mi to the north-west, Vancouver International Airport is 7 mi to the south-west, Garibaldi Provincial Park is 45 mi to the north and Whistler is 58 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 49°17′1″N 123°6′21.6″W (49.2836, -123.106)
Quick facts about Gastown
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | Vancouver |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 49°17′1″N 123°6′21.6″W (49.2836, -123.106) |
| Known for | the steam clock and brick streets |
| Local time | 3:13 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Gastown is a district in Vancouver. Gastown is a district known for the steam clock and brick streets.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in Gastown with clear. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 60°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Gastown 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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is 5.4°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 Gastown today at 10/10. 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 Gastown 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 Gastown?
Gastown is a district in Vancouver. Its coordinates are 49.2836, -123.106. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Gastown right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with clear. Humidity is 86% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Gastown?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Gastown, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Gastown in?
Gastown observes America/Vancouver (UTC-07:00). The local time is 3:13 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Gastown?
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 Gastown?
Popular options include Stanley Park, Garibaldi Provincial Park, Deception Pass State Park, North Cascades National Park, Olympic National Park and Vancouver Island.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - 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 21, 2026 at 3:13 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
