01Weather
Vancouver weather in February
Afternoons in February average 7.4 °C (45 °F) and nights cool to 2.6 °C (37 °F). The month brings about 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain spread over roughly 16 days. Compared with January it is 0.1 °C cooler; March is 3.1 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical February | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 11 °C / 52 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 3 °C / 37 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | -2 °C / 29 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 6.8 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 52 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest February day 2016–2025 | 15.2 °C / -4.7 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 February | 07:43 | 17:08 | 9.4 h |
| 15 February | 07:21 | 17:31 | 10.2 h |
| 28 February | 06:56 | 17:53 | 10.9 h |
Daylight grows by about 90 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/Vancouver).
03Crowds
How busy Vancouver is in February
quiet The main sights are quiet in February. What drives it:
- Family Day long weekend
- Lunar New Year parade in Chinatown
- rain
04Public holidays
Public holidays in February 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 15 Feb 2027 | Family Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Vancouver in February
Every year in February
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lunar New Year Parade | February, Chinatown | parade |
07Packing
What to pack for Vancouver in February
- a winter coat, gloves and a hat
- thermal layer for early mornings
- waterproof shoes
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- gloves: frost on about 7 mornings
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
February is still rainy and cool, with afternoons around 8 °C, the Lunar New Year parade in Chinatown on a Sunday and the Family Day long weekend on the third Monday. The first daffodils appear in Stanley Park by the end of the month. Ski conditions are often at their best. It remains excellent value downtown. Rain falls on about fifteen days.
Dine Out Vancouver continues into early February. The Canucks play at Rogers Arena most weeks. The Talking Stick Festival of Indigenous arts fills the second half. Daylight passes ten and a half hours by month-end. For spring break, the cherry blossoms and the whale-watching start, see March.
09Compare
Vancouver month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8 °C | 3 °C | 16 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| February | 7 °C | 3 °C | 16 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| March | 10 °C | 5 °C | 16 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| April | 14 °C | 7 °C | 13 | – | moderate | Good |
| May | 18 °C | 10 °C | 9 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 21 °C | 13 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| July | 24 °C | 15 °C | 4 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 24 °C | 16 °C | 4 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 20 °C | 13 °C | 9 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 14 °C | 8 °C | 13 | – | moderate | Good |
| November | 10 °C | 6 °C | 18 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| December | 7 °C | 3 °C | 17 | – | moderate | Mixed |
Not sure about February? See the best time to visit Vancouver.
10Elsewhere
February in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco in February | 17 °C | 7 |
| Las Vegas in February | 17 °C | 0 |
| Los Angeles in February | 19 °C | 1 |
| Toronto in February | 2 °C | 10 |
| New York City in February | 8 °C | 9 |
| Orlando in February | 25 °C | 3 |
11FAQ
Vancouver in February: your questions
Is February a good time to visit Vancouver?
February is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit Vancouver. Daytime highs average 7 °C (45 °F), rain falls on about 16 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in Vancouver in February?
Expect cold days around 7 °C (45 °F) and nights near 3 °C (37 °F). One February in ten brings afternoons above 11 °C, and one in ten stays below 3 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Vancouver in February?
February brings about 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain over roughly 16 days, which is wet by Vancouver standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 52 percent.
What should I wear in Vancouver in February?
Pack a winter coat, gloves and a hat, thermal layer for early mornings, waterproof shoes.
Is Vancouver crowded in February?
The main sights are quiet in February. Main drivers: Family Day long weekend; Lunar New Year parade in Chinatown; rain.
What time does it get dark in Vancouver in February?
Around the middle of February the sun sets at about 17:31 and rises at 07:21, giving 10.2 hours of daylight.