Happy Friday, Squamish.
According to , a strong ridge of high pressure is expected to build over southern 小蓝视频 later this weekend into early next week, resulting in sunshine and warmer temperatures.
Daytime temperatures are forecast to climb into the upper 20s C on Sunday, persisting into next week.
The ridge of high pressure is anticipated to dominate the coastal region for several days with little precipitation.
"Welcome to summer weather," he said.
On July 4, we will see a high of 25 C (21 C near the water) and a low of 11 C.
The UV index will hit 8, or very high.
The index, which was, ranges from 0 to 11+.
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation can cause sunburn, eye cataracts, skin aging and skin cancer.
When the index is at 8 or more, Environment Canada says:
- Don't stay too long in the sun, especially between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
- Wear your sunglasses (the special UV ones) and stay in the shade.
- Put on more sunscreen every two hours or after swimming or working up a good sweat.
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Sunrise was at 5:11 a.m. this morning and sunset will be at 9:23 p.m.
Moon phase
The moon is in its first quarter phase.
The moon's illumination is currently 66.58%, meaning that is the percentage of the moon illuminated by the sun, according to .
It is currently located in the constellation Virgo.
Howe Sound conditions
The water temperature in Howe Sound today is 18 C at the Halibut Bank buoy, according to
Allergens
According to data, this is the pollen situation in our region:
Pollen: Moderate
Spores: None
Today's top allergens
True Grasses (Moderate)
All Fungal Spores (Low)
Cedar, Cypress, Juniper, Thuja (Low)
Tomorrow, July 5
Pollen: Moderate
Spores: Moderate
Tomorrow's top allergens
True Grasses (Moderate)
All Fungal Spores (Low)
Cedar, Cypress, Juniper, Thuja (Low)
July 6
Pollen: Moderate
Spores: None
Other stuff you should know
Park closure
The District says that X瘫wu虂n虛ek瘫w Park on the Mamquam Blind Channel downtown will be closed starting on
Monday, July 14, for sea dike and flood protection upgrades until Summer 2026.
Impacts will include:
Closure of the park, including the water access, watercraft storage facility and Main Street parking area.
Alternative public water access is available at Sp'akw'us Feather Park.
Construction noise and vibration due to construction activities including pile driving and ground densification work.
Short-term traffic disruptions on Loggers Lane.
"This work is an integral part of the ongoing dike upgrade program identified in the District's Integrated Flood Hazard Management Plan (IFHMP). The District has been in contact with user groups of the Squamish Paddling Club Storage. The X瘫wu虂n虛ek瘫w Canoe Shelter will still be accessible," reads the muni's social media post.
You can go!
The public Washrooms have opened at Sp’awk’us Feather Park, on the oceanfront.
The washrooms are located at 37111 Sp’ak’wus Landing, between the parking lot and the green space behind the children’s playground.
The toilets are open to the public from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., according to a post from the District.
There are four stalls in total, all of which are gender neutral.
Two of the stalls are accessible with baby change stations.
Be bear aware
Black bears are definitely out and about in Squamish right now.
The District provides the following tips for recreating in our prime bear region.
- Carry bear spray.
- Travel in groups if possible and make noise to avoid surprising a bear.
- Leash dogs at all times—bears can see dogs as threats, and off-leash dogs may provoke a response or lead the bear back to its person.
- Look out for bear signs like fresh scats, freshly overturned logs, and ripe berries on bushes and avoid overgrown trails.
- Use extra caution in areas where bears commonly are, such as near berry bushes or streams.
- Make noise on the trail by clapping or talking, especially around blind corners or when visibility is low.
Water restrictions
Water restrictions have been in effect since May 1.
The muni has set Stage 1 outdoor water use restrictions.
Stage 1 means lawn watering is limited to two days per week.
"In the summer months, water consumption nearly doubles. The outdoor water use restrictions are in place to effectively manage the supply and demand of water across the community during the warmer months," the District said in a social media post.
Locals with even-numbered addresses water on Wednesday and Saturday.
Locals with odd addresses water on Thursday and Sunday.
Watering can take place from 4 to 10 a.m. and from 7 to 10 p.m.
Permits may allow additional watering of newly seeded lawns and new sod. Call the Public Works office at 604-815-6868 for more on those permits.
Britannia Beach and Furry Creek water restrictions
Watering restrictions are also in effect for Britannia Beach and Furry Creek as of June 1, the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) announced in its newsletter.
Britannia Beach and Furry Creek water system users, are asked to limit their use of water for sprinkling and irrigation to the following times:
- 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.
- 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Chipper days!
Squamish FireSmart is hosting Chipper Days for the 2025 wildfire season.
Reduce, reuse, recycle
The District reminds locals that Squamish DOX Recycling, located at 40446 Government Road, is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The recycle hub accepts a variety of recyclable materials, including: glass, flexible plastics, foam packaging, paper and cardboard, containers (plastic, metal, and paper).
Live view of the Stawamus Chief 猬囷笍.
