Verdict: Tough month
Vancouver Weather in January
January is properly cold in Vancouver, with highs of only 6°C (43°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 21 days, so build flexibility into plans. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Vancouver outside January.
Average high
6°C / 43°F
Average low
2°C / 36°F
Rain days
~21
Precipitation
284 mm
What to pack for Vancouver in January
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 21 days
- Quick-dry shoes — downpours are short but heavy
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Vancouver: Jul (22°C / 72°F) · Coolest: Jan (6°C / 43°F) · Wettest: Jan (~21 rain days)
6°
2°
Jan
6°
1°
Feb
9°
3°
Mar
11°
5°
Apr
15°
9°
May
19°
12°
Jun
22°
15°
Jul
22°
15°
Aug
19°
13°
Sep
13°
8°
Oct
8°
4°
Nov
6°
2°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)