The highest point in the Pacific Basin, and the highest island-mountain in the world, Mauna Kea rises 9,750 meters (32,000 ft) from the ocean floor to an altitude of 4,205 meters (13,796 ft) above sea level, which places its summit above 40 percent of the Earth's atmosphere.
Climate of Vancouver. The climate of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada is a moderate oceanic climate (KÃ¶ppen climate classification Cfb) that borders on a warm-summer Mediterranean climate Csb. With summer months that are typically dry, often resulting in moderate drought conditions, usually in July and August.
Vancouver's Weather. Warmed by Pacific Ocean currents and protected by a range of mountains, Vancouver's weather is mild year-round. From high 70's Fahrenheit (low 20's Celsius) in summer to a mild mid 40's Fahrenheit (0Âº to 5Âº Celsius) in winter, the climate is always hospitable. Our winters are wet, but it rarely snows, except on our local ski hills.