What to expect in Vancouver in November
November is a quiet, off-peak month in Vancouver: 9° / 3°, plenty of space at the main sights and some of the best deals of the year. Great if you value space over perfect conditions.
Vancouver weather in November
Typical conditions in Vancouver during November, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 9°C 48°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 3°C 37°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 180/100 |
| Total rainfall | 181 mm7.1 in |
| Rainy days | 20 |
| Sea temperature | 9°C 48°F |
| Daylight | 9 h 8 min |
| How it feels | Cool |
Average highs sit around 9°C with lows near 3°C. Expect a fair amount of rain, so plan indoor backups.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for Vancouver — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Proper cold-weather kit — a warm mid-layer, windproof outer, hat and gloves. Days peak near 9°C and nights fall to about 3°C. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Vancouver. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 67% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in November, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Vancouver in November compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 19° / 10° | Moderate | $$ | 55 |
| October | 14° / 6° | Low | $ | 49 |
| November · This month | 9° / 3° | Low | $ | 42 |
| December | 6° / 1° | Low | $ | 33 |
| January | 7° / 1° | Low | $ | 40 |
These months score higher for Vancouver on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in November
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in November.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
