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Lions Gate Bridge

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Lions Gate Bridge

Vancouver, Canada
Best timeJun–Sep
Set inVancouver, Canada
In season~70°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

36–75°F
CurrencyCAD
LanguageEnglish
TimezoneUTC-05:00
On the map
Map showing the location of Lions Gate Bridge
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jul–Aug. Go in Jun, Sep for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 61%
WarmestJul · 75°F
WettestJan
Best windowJun–Sep
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Lions Gate Bridge, opened in 1938 and officially known as the First Narrows Bridge, is a suspension bridge that crosses the first narrows of Burrard Inlet and connects the City of Vancouver, British Columbia, to the North Shore municipalities of the District of North Vancouver, the City of North Vancouver, and West Vancouver. The term "Lions Gate" refers to the Lions, a pair of mountain peaks north of Vancouver. Northbound traffic on the bridge heads in their general direction.

Best time to visit

Aim for Jun–Sep, the 4 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

BC Place
3 mi away
Rogers Arena
3 mi away
Burrard Inlet
4 mi away
Pacific Coliseum
5 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Lions Gate Bridge?

The best time to visit Lions Gate Bridge is June–September, in Vancouver, Canada.

Where is Lions Gate Bridge?

Lions Gate Bridge is in Vancouver, Canada.

What is Lions Gate Bridge known for?

The Lions Gate Bridge, opened in 1938 and officially known as the First Narrows Bridge, is a suspension bridge that crosses the first narrows of Burrard Inlet and connects the City of Vancouver, British Columbia, to the North Shore municipalities of the District of North Vancouver, the City of North Vancouver, and West Vancouver. The term "Lions Gate" refers to the Lions, a pair of mountain peaks north of Vancouver. Northbound traffic on the bridge heads in their general direction.

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