As we roll into the weekend, Vancouver is treating us to a mix of sun, clouds, and a hint of breeziness. Today, temperatures will peak at a comfortable 23°C, with light cloud cover adding a bit of shade to your outdoor plans. The overnight low will drop to around 17°C, perfect for sleeping with the windows open if you’re feeling brave.
Looking ahead, Saturday brings more of the same, with a high of 22°C under partly cloudy skies. It’s a great day for a walk in Stanley Park, though you might want to keep a light jacket handy for the cooler evening, which will settle at around 16°C. Sunday is slightly warmer with highs reaching 23°C and lows again hovering around 17°C.
The winds throughout the weekend will be light and variable, so no need to worry about any blustery interruptions. Current humidity levels are around 60%, and the barometric pressure is steady at 101.8 kPa. For those curious about history, the highest temperature recorded for August 9th in Vancouver was a sizzling 33.3°C back in 1960, while the coolest it ever got on this day was a chilly 8.9°C in 1975.
Wardrobe Suggestions: Pack some layers, as the mix of sun and clouds might have you adjusting throughout the day. Sunglasses are a must, and perhaps a light scarf for the evening breezes.
Weather Trivia: Did you know Vancouver once reached a scorching 33.3°C on this day in 1960? That’s hotter than a summer day in some of the world’s sunniest cities!
