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WinterβοΈ
Winters on the coast are temperate, and if snow falls it doesn't stay long. A warm coat and umbrella are sufficient weather protection in these mild coastal climes.
Spring and fallβ
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Spring and fall can often be very warm and pleasant, especially in June and September. This weather allows for dresses, shorts and short-sleeved shirts; however, it is advisable to have sweaters, trousers and a light coat or jacket on hand as well.
SummerβοΈ
Summer is the hottest in BC's interior, particularly in the south where temperatures frequently surpass 30Β°C/86Β°F. Nearer the coast, temperatures range from 22 to 28Β°C/72 to 83Β°F.
Climatically zonesππ
Coast Mountains & the Islands: Generally an area of heavy precipitation. Apart from a wet regime, mild temperatures and long frost-free periods are the rule.
The windward outer coast of Vancouver Island β including Tofino β receives the greatest amount of annual rainfall. The Georgia Basin, which includes the east coast of Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, Vancouver and the Sunshine Coast, lies in the rainshadow of Vancouver Island. This more protected
region has considerably less precipitation and a greater quantity of sunshine.
Terrainπ
Mostly flat coastal lowlands, central highlands, high Andes mountains, eastern lowland plains. The mountains are mostly snow capped and very tall.
AnimalsπΊ
Otters
Black jaguar