Metro Vancouver has been experiencing a warmer-than-average summer, but temperatures are expected to drop to seasonal levels in the fall.
Environment Canada won't release its complete fall forecast until Sept. 1, although the department has some initial estimates of to expect.
July and August are expected to see warmer-than-average temperatures overall, following elevated heat in June.
But anyone spending time in the region shouldn't hang their hats on the fall forecast this far in advance.
Meteorologist Matt Loney tells V.I.A. that weather models indicate average temperatures with typical rainfall for September. Meteorological fall kicks off on Sept. 1, differing from the Western Hemisphere's unofficial start to fall on the equinox (Sept. 22).
Long-term Metro Vancouver weather forecast
Forecasters can only observe general trends weeks in advance, with more significant weather, including heat waves and cold snaps, emerging within roughly 10 days of specific events.
Also, the forecast can change in the weeks leading up to it, making a clearer idea of how September will be
For the first time in several months, October's temperatures could dip below the seasonal average. However, there is no indication of the amount of precipitation expected for the month.
November's overall forecast has near-normal temperatures, offering a milder respite heading into the coldest months of the year (provided no early cold snaps emerge).
The overall forecast for all three months shows near-normal temperatures.
Stay up-to-date with hyperlocal forecasts across 50 neighbourhoods in the Lower Mainland with V.I.A.'s Weatherhood.
