June has the longest days of the year in Vancouver, with daylight from about 5 am to after 9 pm. Summer festivals begin, Bard on the Beach opens in Vanier Park, and beaches and patios fill up.
June in Vancouver at a glance
- Average high / low: 20°C / 12°C
- Precipitation: about 51 mm, on about 12 days
- Daylight: about 16 hours a day
- Sunshine: about 227 hours over the month
- What it feels like: the start of summer, with the longest days of the year
Weather in Vancouver in June
Highs average about 20°C and lows about 12°C. Early June can still be cool and grey, a local pattern sometimes called June gloom, but the month usually warms up and dries out as it goes.
Averages are for Vancouver International Airport, 1991 to 2020, from Environment and Climate Change Canada (sunshine 1981 to 2010). The North Shore and the mountains are cooler and wetter than the city.
What to pack for Vancouver in June
- Light layers and a sweater for cool evenings by the water
- A light rain jacket for the occasional wet day
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
- Swimwear and sandals for beaches and pools
Events and festivals in June
- Bard on the Beach, Shakespeare in tents in Vanier Park, from June to September
- The Dragon Boat Festival on False Creek
- The Vancouver International Jazz Festival, usually late June into early July
- Italian Day on the Drive on Commercial Drive
- Car-free street festivals such as Car Free Day on Commercial Drive
- National Indigenous Peoples Day events on June 21
- The Vancouver International Children’s Festival in some years runs into early June
Dates change every year. See the June events calendar for this year’s dates, or check things to do in Vancouver today and this weekend.
Things to do in Vancouver in June
- Swim, picnic or watch the sunset at English Bay, Kitsilano Beach or Spanish Banks; see our beaches guide
- Cycle the Seawall around Stanley Park
- Hike Stawamus Chief or the trails around Lynn Canyon
- Ride the Skyride up Grouse Mountain for summer views and alpine walks
- Go whale watching from Steveston in Richmond
- Shop the Richmond Night Market on a summer evening
Tips for visiting Vancouver in June
- Summer prices start in June; book hotels early, especially for weekends.
- Sunset is after 9 pm, so plan evening walks and patio dinners late.
- High mountain trails may still have snow early in the month.
Plan your trip
Build a day out with our free trip planner, follow one of our Vancouver itineraries or browse all upcoming events in Vancouver. For time outdoors, see our beaches guide and Vancouver parks guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is June a good time to visit Vancouver?
Yes. It has long days, mild temperatures and summer festivals, with slightly fewer crowds than July and August.
How warm is Vancouver in June?
Highs average about 20°C and lows about 12°C, with cooler, cloudier spells early in the month.
When is the longest day in Vancouver?
Around June 21, with about 16 hours of daylight.
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