Fort Ross is a former Russian settlement located in the province of British Columbia, Canada. Situated on the Pacific Coast, the area is known for its breathtaking coastal scenery. The fort itself was built in 1812 and served as a trading post and base of operations for the Russian-American Company. The fort was strategically located at the entrance of the mouth of the Nass River, allowing the Russians to trade with the local indigenous people and to hunt sea otters.
The fort was built on a hilltop and its layout was designed to protect the settlement from attack. The fort was surrounded by a wooden palisade and had two towers, one at the entrance and one at the back. Inside the fort were several buildings, including a storehouse, a bakery, a blacksmith shop, a chapel, and a barracks.
Fort Ross was the northernmost settlement of the Russian Empire in North America and was an important trading post for the Russians. It was also a major source of fur for the Russian Empire. In addition to trading with the local indigenous people, the fort also served as a base for exploring the region and for establishing other Russian settlements in the area.
In 1841, the fort was sold to the Hudson's Bay Company and became a British settlement. The fort was abandoned in 1867, but its ruins still remain. In 2006, the fort was designated as a National Historic Site of Canada. Today, the fort is a popular tourist attraction, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the Russian era of Canadian history.
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Fort Ross, Canada has a humid continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. In summer, the average temperature ranges from 15°C to 25°C and in winter it averages from -15°C to -5°C. Spring and autumn are mild, with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 10°C. Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 890 mm annually. Snowfall is also common in winter, with an average of 150 cm per year. Overall, Fort Ross has a moderate climate with warm summers, cold winters and mild springs and autumns.
Our weather forecast for Fort Ross helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
| Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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| Apr. 20th 2024 Apr. 20th 2024 | max: -21.6 °C min: -30.5 °C |
36.4 m/s 62.6 m/s |
43.5 % 23.6 m |
66.7 % 1,016 hPa |
03:21:44 21:14:24 |
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| Apr. 21st 2024 Apr. 21st 2024 | max: -20.2 °C min: -30.8 °C |
12.2 m/s 11.2 m/s |
4.6 % 24.1 m |
68.7 % 1,015 hPa |
03:15:26 21:20:26 |
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| Apr. 22nd 2024 Apr. 22nd 2024 | max: -16.5 °C min: -28.8 °C |
10.4 m/s 13.0 m/s |
58.7 % 22.0 m |
73.8 % 1,019 hPa |
03:09:03 21:26:37 |
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| Apr. 23rd 2024 Apr. 23rd 2024 | max: -14.3 °C min: -23.3 °C |
23.0 m/s 33.1 m/s |
85.5 % 7.2 m |
77.7 % 1,013 hPa |
03:02:31 21:32:57 |
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| Apr. 24th 2024 Apr. 24th 2024 | max: -12.5 °C min: -22.9 °C |
40.0 m/s 62.6 m/s |
98.7 % 12.6 m |
75.8 % 1,012 hPa |
02:55:51 21:39:27 |
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| Apr. 25th 2024 Apr. 25th 2024 | max: -13.8 °C min: -18.2 °C |
25.2 m/s 50.8 m/s |
98.8 % 16.8 m |
75.0 % 1,016 hPa |
02:49:02 21:46:10 |
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| Apr. 26th 2024 Apr. 26th 2024 | max: -11.8 °C min: -15.3 °C |
14.8 m/s 16.9 m/s |
98.0 % 0.9 m |
82.8 % 1,019 hPa |
02:42:01 21:53:06 |
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| Apr. 27th 2024 Apr. 27th 2024 | max: -11.0 °C min: -14.9 °C |
10.8 m/s 15.1 m/s |
99.6 % 0.7 m |
85.5 % 1,020 hPa |
02:34:48 22:00:17 |
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| Apr. 28th 2024 Apr. 28th 2024 | max: -11.7 °C min: -15.3 °C |
18.4 m/s 25.9 m/s |
97.0 % 1.4 m |
84.3 % 1,023 hPa |
02:27:20 22:07:48 |
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| Apr. 29th 2024 Apr. 29th 2024 | max: -14.0 °C min: -22.3 °C |
18.0 m/s 26.6 m/s |
28.0 % 22.3 m |
74.3 % 1,023 hPa |
02:19:34 22:15:40 |
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| Apr. 30th 2024 Apr. 30th 2024 | max: -11.4 °C min: -22.7 °C |
25.9 m/s 43.2 m/s |
69.6 % 22.7 m |
77.0 % 1,025 hPa |
02:11:28 22:23:58 |
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| May. 1st 2024 May. 1st 2024 | max: -8.6 °C min: -16.8 °C |
17.3 m/s 31.7 m/s |
50.3 % 22.1 m |
81.7 % 1,031 hPa |
02:02:57 22:32:50 |
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| May. 2nd 2024 May. 2nd 2024 | max: -9.4 °C min: -17.4 °C |
14.0 m/s 18.0 m/s |
30.0 % 23.4 m |
82.0 % 1,036 hPa |
01:53:53 22:42:24 |
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| May. 3rd 2024 May. 3rd 2024 | max: -8.9 °C min: -16.4 °C |
15.5 m/s 19.1 m/s |
26.9 % 23.8 m |
80.3 % 1,037 hPa |
01:44:08 22:52:56 |
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