Vancouver · April
Run in the midday.
Cool month: average high 54°F, low 42°F. Humidity averages 78% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 19 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
54° / 42°F
Humidity
78%
Rain days
19/mo
Wind
10 mph
What April feels like in Vancouver
Sunrise
06:19
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:05
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Vancouver in April
The kit for April in Vancouver: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+5° avg high
-1 rain days
Vancouver in March →
April
54°F avg high
19 rain days
Best: midday
vs May
-8° avg high
+6 rain days
Vancouver in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Vancouver in April?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Vancouver in April?+
Average high 54°F, average low 42°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Vancouver?+
Compared to March (avg high 49°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 62°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Vancouver in April?+
Expect about 19 measurable rain days in April, on average.