Chasing the Winter Sun in Vernon BC

 

As we sit high above Vernon BC at the Vernon Visitor Centre, we have clear view of the surrounding landscape. Today the snow is falling and the sun seems a thing of the past.

 Many people are misled by the “socked- in” effect winter brings to our area, but the locals know the difference!  Just a 5 minute drive and you’re above the clouds!  Silver Star Rd, which we access via 48^th Avenue, provides quick escape to sunshine and the many spectacular views of the City of Vernon.

Locals prefer to spend time at higher elevations from November to March for this reason. The benefits of living in the City far out- weigh the negatives, so knowing where to find the sun is especially important.  Many people flock to Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre to cross country ski and take in the rays; others prefer the downhill thrill of Silver Star Ski Resort.  Still others go “up the hill” for a day on snow shoes.

Vernon has over 2,000 hours of sunshine annually, only 13 inches of rain a year and 41 inches of the white stuff!  Don’t be mistaken...There are plenty of days of sun in the winter, when the skies are such a brilliant blue; it takes your breath away.  Not to worry, the air is clean and fresh!