Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Vancouver in September
Vancouver cools off: highs slip to 68°F (20°C), from 75°F in August, with lows of 55°F (13°C) and about 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain.
It scores 81/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 68°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 4.8 in (122 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 21 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs near 68°F (20°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 55°F (13°C).
Expect regular rain: about 4.8 in (122 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around September
September is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (July & August).
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: October brings 9.2 in (233 mm).
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in August to 81/100.
- September sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends.
What to pack for September
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 55°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Vancouver in September
September is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Miku
Waterfront sushi restaurant known for flame-seared aburi oshi sushi.
Why now September scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
137-metre bridge over a canyon plus treetop walkways and a cliffside walk.
Why now Highs near 68°F and 4.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Grouse Mountain
Gondola to city-and-ocean views, grizzly refuge and the steep Grouse Grind hike.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Gastown
Oldest neighbourhood of brick warehouses, the steam clock and restaurants on cobbled Water Street.
Museum of Anthropology at UBC
Arthur Erickson building holding Northwest Coast totem poles and Bill Reid carvings.
Nearby in September
- San Juan Island in September~52 mi · highs 65°F, 2.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Whistler in September~58 mi · highs 63°F, 4.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Victoria in September~60 mi · highs 65°F, 2.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Olympic NP in September~105 mi · highs 53°F, 3.4 in rain · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~565 m to Vancouver's ~33 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Vancouver in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Vancouver?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 81/100 against a best of 88 in July & August. Expect highs of 68°F (20°C) and 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain. September is inside the Jun – Sep window our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends.
How hot is Vancouver in September?
Average highs are 68°F (20°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Vancouver in September?
Yes: about 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 85.6 in (2175 mm).
What should I pack for Vancouver in September?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 55°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in September
- Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria Jun – Sep
Planning Vancouver in September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.