Geography of Vancouver International Airport
Geography of Vancouver International Airport: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Vancouver International Airport
Gastown is 7 mi to the north-east, Stanley Park is 7 mi to the north, Garibaldi Provincial Park is 52 mi to the north and Victoria is 54 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 49°11′48.1″N 123°10′53.4″W (49.1967, -123.1815)
Quick facts about Vancouver International Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Vancouver |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 49°11′48.1″N 123°10′53.4″W (49.1967, -123.1815) |
| IATA code | YVR |
| Local time | 10:32 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Vancouver International Airport is an airport in Vancouver. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 69°F (20°C) in Vancouver International Airport with clear sky. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 56°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Vancouver International Airport 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 74°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), about 127 mi away. Nearby highlights include Stanley Park, Garibaldi Provincial Park, Deception Pass State Park and North Cascades National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is in line with 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 International Airport 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 Vancouver International Airport 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 | 44° | 35° | 8,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 45° | 35° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 49° | 39° | 9,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 44° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 50° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 68° | 55° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 74° | 60° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 73° | 60° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 67° | 55° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 47° | 9,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 49° | 41° | 10,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 39° | 12,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Vancouver International Airport?
Vancouver International Airport is an airport in Vancouver. Its coordinates are 49.1967, -123.1815. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Vancouver International Airport right now?
It is currently 69°F (20°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 84% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Vancouver International Airport?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Vancouver International Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Vancouver International Airport in?
Vancouver International Airport observes America/Vancouver (UTC-07:00). The local time is 10:32 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Vancouver International Airport?
The closest airports are Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 127 mi away and Portland International Airport (PDX), 251 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Vancouver International Airport?
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 (airports) - 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 10:32 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
