01Weather
Vancouver weather in September
Afternoons in September average 19.7 °C (67 °F) and nights cool to 12.9 °C (55 °F). The month brings about 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain spread over roughly 9 days. Compared with August it is 4.1 °C cooler; October is 5.9 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical September | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 24 °C / 76 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 16 °C / 60 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 10 °C / 51 °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) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 29 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest September day 2016–2025 | 28.4 °C / 7.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 September | 06:28 | 19:56 | 13.5 h |
| 15 September | 06:49 | 19:26 | 12.6 h |
| 30 September | 07:10 | 18:54 | 11.7 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 108 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/Vancouver).
03Crowds
How busy Vancouver is in September
busy The main sights are busy in September. What drives it:
- Labour Day
- Vancouver International Film Festival
- driest early-autumn weeks
04Public holidays
Public holidays in September 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 6 Sep 2027 | Labour Day |
| 30 Sep 2027 | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
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 September
Every year in September
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Film Festival | late September to early October | culture |
07Packing
What to pack for Vancouver in September
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
September begins warm and dry and ends cooler, with afternoons around 19 °C, the Film Festival in the final week, the last cruise ships and the Labour Day weekend. The first half is one of the best windows of the year. Mountain trails are at their driest. Rates ease after Labour Day. Rain falls on about seven days, mostly in the second half.
The PNE closes on Labour Day. The Fringe Festival on Granville Island and the salmon run at the Capilano hatchery fill the month. Whale watching continues with the humpbacks. Daylight shrinks from thirteen and a half hours to twelve. For fall colour, Thanksgiving and the return of the rain, see October.
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 September? See the best time to visit Vancouver.
10Elsewhere
September in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco in September | 24 °C | 0 |
| Las Vegas in September | 35 °C | 0 |
| Los Angeles in September | 26 °C | 0 |
| Toronto in September | 23 °C | 8 |
| New York City in September | 26 °C | 6 |
| Orlando in September | 32 °C | 9 |
11FAQ
Vancouver in September: your questions
Is September a good time to visit Vancouver?
September is one of the best months to visit Vancouver. Daytime highs average 20 °C (67 °F), rain falls on about 9 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Vancouver in September?
Expect mild days around 20 °C (67 °F) and nights near 13 °C (55 °F). One September in ten brings afternoons above 24 °C, and one in ten stays below 16 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Vancouver in September?
September brings about 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain over roughly 9 days, which is fairly dry by Vancouver standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 29 percent.
What should I wear in Vancouver in September?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is Vancouver crowded in September?
The main sights are busy in September. Main drivers: Labour Day; Vancouver International Film Festival; driest early-autumn weeks.
What time does it get dark in Vancouver in September?
Around the middle of September the sun sets at about 19:26 and rises at 06:49, giving 12.6 hours of daylight.