Number of sunny days per year in Vancouver. What is the climate in Vancouver (Canada). What to expect from autumn

Today, thanks to innovative projects and programs, Vancouver is considered one of the five most beautiful cities in the world, along with San Francisco, Sydney, Rio de Janeiro and Cape Town. The city is famous for its mild climate and picturesque surroundings. It is often said about Vancouver that it is the only city in the world where in one day you can go yachting, then skiing, and then play golf and, finally, tennis.

All of Vancouver's achievements in creating ideal infrastructure and excellent amenities have been awarded numerous awards: first place in quality of life; park design awards; national prize for the organization of transport traffic and others.

Vancouver is home to nationalities and cultures from all over the world, with city residents proud of their multiculturalism and convinced that it is driving force cities.

Region	British Columbia
Population


Population density	802.5 people/km²
	CAD (Canadian dollar)
Time zone	Winter time: UTC-5 Summer time: UTC-4
Postal code	V5Z2E3 (4, 5, 7, 8, 9)
International dialing code	1 (Canada) 604 and 778 (Vancouver)

Climate and weather

The climate in Vancouver is warm and temperate. Summers here are quite dry and warm, and winters are rainy and mild. In July-August, moderate drought sometimes occurs, but the rest of the year is rich in precipitation, especially from November to March. Snow in winter is a rare occurrence in Vancouver, but rain is common and expected, and can rain continuously for several days during the winter.

The average temperature in summer is +22 °C, although sometimes it reaches +30 °C, and in winter - 0 °C. Vancouver is one of the warmest Canadian cities in winter, and one of the coolest in summer.

Nature

The city and port of Vancouver is located in the southwestern part of Canada on the Pacific coast. It lies along the banks Burrard Bay into which the river flows Fraser, and is surrounded from the east and north snowy mountains Coast Range. Vancouver also borders the United States. The surrounding city is dense coniferous forest and the picturesque bay make it one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Attractions

The main symbol of Vancouver is the massive and majestic Lion Gate Bridge(516 m), which spans the beautiful Burrard Bay. In general, there are 20 different bridges in Vancouver. Central part the city lies at the foot of two monumental and picturesque peaks ( Hollyburn And Mount Seymour), which became favorite place tourists. In the center of the city, its historical part has been preserved called Gastown, there are many ancient buildings XIX century.

Tourists are also advised to visit the tower Harbor Center, on the high-speed glass elevator of which you can literally rise to the observation deck in a matter of seconds. In the evening, the brightly glowing lights of the nearby ski slopes look beautiful from there.

The park is also popular Stanley» from the seaside embankment and Ford's Theater. By the way, Stanley Park has long been a favorite vacation spot for Vancouver residents. There is also a giant oceanarium with dolphins, pools with fish and amphibians, a zoo and a collection of Indian totems. Another famous park is Queen Elizabeth Park, where the picturesque botanical garden is located.

In addition, the city’s museums are no less fascinating and noteworthy:

Vancouver Museum with planetarium;
Museum of Art;
Maritime Museum;
Centennial Museum;
Museum of the Bible, etc.

Nutrition

Cozy cafes and attractive restaurants in Vancouver are located literally at every turn. Many of them, first of all, boast an excellent selection of a variety of fresh seafood. The most popular local dish is salmon in any form. In general, there are not very many national dishes in Canada. Among them, the most common cake in Vancouver is " Nanaimo» with crispy crumbs inside; butter cookies made from sugar, butter and eggs; " beaver tail» - fried dough and young shoots of ferns. In addition, in Vancouver lately there is a trend towards advancement local cuisine. So, in the city there are large number small bistros serving national dishes such as wild turkey, elk and deer.

Also in Vancouver you can find gastronomic establishments specializing in any world cuisine: Chinese restaurants, Japanese sushi bars, French and Italian restaurants, Greek taverns, traditional Indian and African eateries. Deserves special mention American steaks, well-fried or rare, which are served in numerous specialized restaurants.

Accommodation

Like any major metropolis, Vancouver has its own symbol hotel - Hotel Vancouver. It was built in 1939 for the first visit to Canada of the English King George. Many others often stayed there famous people: Winston Churchill, Anna Pavlova, Sarah Bernhardt, etc. Now the price for a regular room in this hotel is approximately $150 per day. Approximately the same amount is requested by most hotels and hotels with 4 or 5 star status ( The Hotel at Terminal City Club, Executive Hotel Vintage Park etc.). As a more profitable option, we can recommend accommodation in one of the motels, where you can rent a fairly comfortable room from $55.

Entertainment and relaxation

Every year at the end of July in Vancouver you can see the most beautiful flashes of fireworks, which are accompanied by a variety of music - this is the most popular international festival Celebration of Light, which attracts the world's best teams of pyrotechnics. Other interesting festivals in Vancouver have proven themselves Chinese dragon boat racing and Shakespeare Theater Festival Bard on the Beach. In addition, Vancouver is nicknamed “Hollywood of the North” because many Hollywood films are filmed here.

For book lovers in Vancouver, it was recently opened largest library, where many ancient books and tomes are stored, you can also visit bowling, billiards, a cinema and have a nice lunch. And right opposite this library is Ford's Theater, which always attracts full houses during theater and music shows.

Vancouver also has a large number of all kinds of nightclubs, discos and bars. The most popular and lively night streets here are Granville Street, Robson Street and area Downtown.

In addition, Vancouver is surrounded by dense forests and high mountains, therefore, the most popular routes and excursions of the city are directly related to natural entertainment. In winter, tourists prefer snowboarding and skiing, and in summer - all kinds of water activities and different types sports By the way, in 2010 the Winter Olympic Games were held in Vancouver, so the sports infrastructure here is well developed.

Purchases

Vancouver has an incredible variety of shops, shopping centers and entire shopping areas that can satisfy any needs and desires. Tourists’ favorite place where they can have a great time and find almost anything they want is the street Robson Street, as well as areas Kitsilano, South Granville and Granville Island.

Among the shopping complexes it is worth highlighting Pacific Center and Metrotown Center. The boutiques of these centers offer clothing and accessories famous brands. In addition, there are chic perfume and cosmetics salons, jewelry stores and souvenir shops.

Of Vancouver's many markets, the one on the nearby island is definitely worth a visit. Granville Island. There you can always buy fresh seafood and immerse yourself in the local flavor.

If we talk about souvenirs, then you should definitely pay attention to maple souvenirs(maple candies, jams, syrups, tea, soap, etc.), Vancouver smoked salmon and chocolate.

Transport

Vancouver's public transport system is considered very convenient and quite reliable. It is represented by buses, metro, sea ferries and trains that connect absolutely all areas of the city. All transport system Vancouver divided into three zones. The cost of the trip depends on the number of zones crossed (from $3). On weekends and after 18:30 the fare is reduced. A monthly pass costs $58, $80 or $100 depending on how many zones it covers.

Connection

Telephone booths are literally everywhere in Vancouver. Basically, calls are paid for with telephone cards, which can be purchased at any newsstand. The cost of calls within the city is approximately $0.5.

Mobile communications in Vancouver is represented by several large monopolistic companies. Some of them operate according to GSM standards at a frequency of 1900 megahertz, so connection to roaming is possible.

There are quite a few Wi-Fi points in the city, both paid and free, but Internet cafes are not very common.

Safety

Vancouver has rightfully established itself as one of the safest cities not only in Canada, but in the whole world. Teenage gangs and various hooligan groups, which are often present in not very prosperous areas of large cities, are completely absent here, and the police strictly and responsibly regulate all laws and record any violations.

Business climate

Business in Vancouver can be characterized by four types: individually private (the simplest and most common form of business among immigrants); partnership (joint); corporate (popular among Canadians) and cooperative (cooperation of a group of individuals).

Real estate

Analyzing the Vancouver real estate market over last year, you can notice a price jump (15%) and unprecedented activity. Most likely, the cost of real estate will continue to increase, however, we can confidently say that a sharp collapse of the real estate market is not predicted.

The city is surrounded by numerous sandy beaches, the most popular of which are:

Stanley Park Beach;
Jericho;
Kitsilano;
Locarno;
Point Bay;
Tower;
Acadia.

True, even in summer the temperature coastal water reaches no more than +18 °C, so the beaches are used more often for picnics than for swimming.

British Columbia. It is included in the ranking of the best cities in the world for quality of life. This metropolis is located in a unique most beautiful place. On one side it is surrounded by mountains, on the other - its shores are washed by waters Pacific Ocean. Vancouver's climate is no less unique. His characteristic features We'll look at it in detail in this article.

Where is Vancouver located?

The city is located in western Canada, on east coast Pacific Ocean. It is separated from the continental part by rocky mountains that protect it from the winds. Some peaks all year round covered with snow. The remaining three sides of the city are surrounded by the ocean. But this does not mean that Vancouver's climate is harsh and there are storms strong winds and storms. In fact, the city is protected from oceanic influence by the island of the same name, whose area is 31,285 km2.

The Kuroshio Current, which washes the shores of Japan, moves in a northerly direction and becomes the North Pacific. Its warm waters refer to west coast Canada. All these factors have a beneficial effect on climatic conditions.

Vancouver, as well as the nearby city of Victoria, are considered the warmest in all of Canada. The transition from season to season is hardly noticeable. The only thing that changes is the frequency of rainy days.

Climatic conditions

This place can rightfully be called the warmest in Canada. Vancouver's climate zone is temperate. Winters here are quite warm and summers are cool. On the coast British Columbia Precipitation falls quite often and abundantly, this is due to its proximity to the ocean. However, Vancouver's location is so unique (it is protected from the winds on all sides) that it rains less often here than in other areas of the province, and snow is generally a rare occurrence.

Spring period

At this time it is already relatively warm in Vancouver. The average temperature is between 12-15 degrees. Majority local residents prefer cycling. Since spring, crowds of cyclists can be seen on the streets. The nature of Vancouver is unique. Already at the beginning of spring, one is surprised by the large amount of greenery. At this time, you should definitely visit city parks and gardens. At this time, the cherry blossoms begin to bloom, presenting an incredible sight.

Winters here are usually rainy, and with the arrival of spring sunny days is getting bigger. Since on many peaks there is snow almost all year round, it is accessible ski holiday.

Vancouver in summer

The summer period is quite warm, but not hot. The average temperature is 22 degrees, however, on certain days it can rise to 30. The sea breeze cools the air slightly. Due to this, the temperature drops by several degrees.

In summer, weather conditions are favorable for cycling, hiking, mountain biking and golfing. You can also go for a walk in the mountains or on the coast just to get some fresh air.

Despite the warm weather, the water in the ocean is quite cool. It warms up only by 20-22 degrees Celsius. Therefore, local residents prefer to swim in lakes.

What to expect from autumn?

The weather remains moderate almost all autumn. On average, the temperature is 6-12 degrees above zero. It gets colder towards mid-October. At this time, the rainy season begins in Vancouver, which will last until March inclusive. You should not leave the house without an umbrella at this time. November is considered the rainiest. At the same time, snow begins to fall in the mountains.

Warm winter

The climate in Vancouver is moderate, and this is evident from winter months. At this time, the average temperature is 3-7 degrees Celsius. Snow - rare occurrence, even if it falls out, it quickly melts. There are very few days when the temperature drops below zero. Precipitation often occurs in the form of rain. Winter is a sad time in Vancouver, but don't despair - if you love mountains and snow, go to ski resort, which is located thirty minutes from the city.

Weather in Vancouver

The climate in this region is quite mild, which is due to the geographical location of the city. We invite you to find out interesting facts about Vancouver weather:

The hottest weather was recorded on July 30, 2009. The thermometer rose to +34.4 °C.
Precipitation in the form of snow falls on average 10-11 times a year.
Temperatures below -10 °C last no more than two days.
In winter, in daytime, the thermometer practically never drops below zero. On average, sub-zero temperatures during the day occur only 4-5 days a year.
Snow rarely falls, but even if it does, it melts quickly. In Vancouver, there is no such precipitation, so this kind of precipitation can lead to transport collapse. If snow falls and does not melt quickly, this is good reason don't show up for work.

In general, Vancouver's climate is very favorable for people to live. It is not hot here in summer and relatively warm in winter. This is a beautiful corner of nature. In addition, Vancouver is considered the greenest city in Canada.

For Vancouver weather and climate great influence The proximity of the mountains and the Pacific Ocean has a positive effect. While the coastline of British Columbia boasts quite a lot of rainfall, the city itself is covered by Vancouver Island ( Vancouver Island) - here the amount of precipitation is much less. Yet the proximity of the ocean makes Vancouver's climate humid and mild, and autumn and winter pass without much cold. At the same time, there are places nearby for winter sports - these are the peaks Grouse,Cypress And Seymour, where heavy snowfalls often occur. Golf is becoming a popular sport all year round, thanks again to temperate climate, many Vancouver golf courses are open throughout the year. Mild climatic conditions and humidity gave the surrounding areas of Vancouver a variety of flowers, thanks to which the city began to be called the “land of lotuses” - the beautiful view and magnificent aroma of which delight tourists and local residents.

Weather

Before going on a trip to nature, “shopping”, traveling or just walking around the city, it is advisable for you to look weather forecast, study the map of the place where you are going.

You can view the weather forecast by clicking on the banner on the right. On this site you can easily find out about the weather in any corner of Vancouver, on any day and at any time!

Cities of Greater Vancouver located approximately like geographical map metropolis. Only Nanaimo is not included in the area Greater Vancouver(Nanaimo is located on Vancouver Island), as well as a world famous ski resort Whistler(Whistler) is located two hours from Vancouver.

On a real weather map Greater Vancouver reflects the weather at this point in time in the cities of West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam , Maple Ridge, Richmond, Delta, New Westminster, Surrey, White Rock, Langley, Abbotsford and Vancouver Island Nanaimo (Vancouver Island).

If you enjoy leisurely walks, we recommend visiting the Capilano Bridge, Stanley Park and Vancouver's oldest neighbourhood, Gestown

Capilano Suspension Bridge

Currently, this bridge, which is without a doubt one of the landmarks of Vancouver, is privately owned. At the same time, anyone can walk along it. From a height of 70 meters above the river, after which the bridge is named, a fascinating sight opens up - centuries-old fir trees create a unique ambiance of pristine nature, which involuntarily makes you think about the frailty of human existence. The construction of this structure was carried out according to the design of the Scottish engineer J.G. McCain in 1889. Unfortunately, the original appearance could not be preserved - in 1956, the suspension bridge, with a total length of 137 meters, was completely rebuilt. Recommended for thrill seekers!

Vancouver, like the rest of Canada as a whole, has a favorable environmental situation. Numerous parks play a big role in this. While in Stanley Park, it will be difficult for you to imagine that very nearby a huge metropolis sparkles with lights and lives its own life - you will be surrounded by a dense forest with its clear lakes. At the same time, the park area is equipped with signs, bicycle and pedestrian paths for the convenience of visitors.

This place is the oldest district of Vancouver, about which you can hear many legends. And although, by European standards, a time period of three hundred years does not seem that long, on the North American continent there is a different opinion - its own history exists here too. And the Gestown area is part of this history. The architecture of this place allows you to get an idea of what the city looked like during the reign of Queen Victoria. Special attention attract chatty jack sculpture in Maple Tree Park, after which the area is named ( Gassie- talkative), as well as one of the iconic symbols of the city - steam clock. Gestown has a great variety of shops and boutiques, which will allow all tourists to bring a wonderful souvenir from their trip.

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Average temperature and precipitation

"Maximum average daily temperature" (solid red line) indicates the maximum average temperature for individual days of the month for Vancouver. Likewise, the "Minimum average daily temperature" (solid blue line) indicates the minimum average temperature. Hot days and cold nights (dashed red and blue lines indicate on the average temperature on the hottest day and coldest night of each month for 30 years. When planning your holiday, you will be in the know. average temperature and are ready for both the hottest and coldest days. The default settings do not include wind speed indicators, but you can enable this option using the button on the graph.

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Maximum temperatures

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Wind speed rose

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Vancouver Climate

Vancouver's climate is due to its unique geographical location: the city is surrounded by the ocean on three sides, and on the fourth it is protected from continental winds by the Rocky Mountains. Vancouver Island protects the city of Vancouver from ocean winds and storms. The ocean softens Vancouver's climate with the warm North Pacific Current, which originates off the coast of Taiwan, washes Japan under the name Kuroshio, and, changing its name to the North Pacific Current, carries its warm waters to the shores of Canada. All these factors create the conditions for Vancouver's microclimate, which is considered the second warmest (after Victoria) in Canada.

The average temperature in January is +3, in July +18. Vancouver is one of the warmest cities in Canada in winter, and one of the most cool in summer. And if the difference in temperature is not so significant, the change of seasons is more likely to be felt by the amount of rain. And if summer, as a rule, in Vancouver is sunny and dry, and snow in winter is extremely rare, then rain from November to March is common and expected. It rains in winter without ceasing for days on end, but... firstly, it is drizzling rain, not torrential, secondly, as a rule, without wind, and thirdly, thanks to some special composition of the soil and With a functioning sewer system, puddles are not such a common occurrence in the life of Vancouver. Many of those who live in Vancouver don’t even use umbrellas, and at worst, wear a hood, or even do without one.

Snow in winter in Vancouver is very rare. And it’s even more rare that when it falls out, it doesn’t immediately melt. If it doesn’t melt, it’s Day X in Vancouver. Since the city doesn’t have a sufficient fleet of snow removal equipment (and why maintain it for a couple of days a year), and car drivers have no experience driving in such conditions, businesses can send employees home before the onset of snowfall, or patiently accept the reason for the snowfall as a valid reason for not showing up for work (after all, not everyone lives within reach public transport, which also suffers in the event of snowfall). Also these days, all the shovels for clearing snow are being bought up, since many people simply don’t have them on their farm.

In February 2010, Vancouver received the title of the warmest city that has ever hosted winter olympic games. Cherry blossoms and sakura on the city streets in February surprised athletes and city guests. However, I would like to note that the winter of 2009-2010 was unusually warm and even for local residents such early flowering was a surprise.

Thanks to this climate, gardening opportunities in Vancouver are much more favorable than in other regions of Canada (with the possible exception of Victoria, the capital of British Columbia). The city is literally surrounded by greenery all year round and flowers in the summer. Stanley Park, Queen Elizabeth Park, Van Dusen Botanical Garden, Dr Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden, Japanese Nitobe Gardens, UBC Botanical Garden are the pride and favorite places to hang out for Vancouver residents and city guests.

Average temperature during the year (in degrees Celsius):

January - +3

February - +5

April - +9

August - +18

September - +15

October - +10

November - +6

December - +4

The rainiest month in Vancouver is January

The driest month in Vancouver is August

Most sunny month in Vancouver - July

The windiest month in Vancouver is March

The month with the highest chance of snow in Vancouver is January