Seattle vs Vancouver

Seattle and Vancouver are closely matched in July. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Seattle sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Vancouver is also comfortable at 23°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Seattle is the stronger choice in July. Vancouver receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Seattle reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Vancouver averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 15°C (59°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. There is a notable 5°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.

Seattle receives approximately 15 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during July. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Vancouver sees 51 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Seattle the drier option by 6 rain days and 36 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.