Happy Monday, Squamish!
Before we get to the weather, a heads up from the District for today regarding Brennan Park entrances.
starting on Monday, Jan. 13, access to the rec centre from the east (Arena) entrance lobby is restricted as Phase 2 of construction progresses.
"Temporary accessible and non-accessible washrooms will be available along the south wall outside the auditorium," the District said in a Facebook post.
OK, now on to today's weather.
says a strong ridge of high pressure will build over southern 小蓝视频, with dry conditions holding steady through Wednesday.
Morning fog patches will develop under the strengthening ridge along the coast, with an above-freezing layer over the alpine of the Sea to Sky and North Shore.
Environment Canada says today we will see a high of 2 C, which will feel like -6 C this morning, with the windchill.
Tonight, expect a high of -3 C.
Ross says that a weak disturbance will arrive on Thursday with a chance of showers or flurries.
Friday into next weekend we will see a cooling trend as some modified Arctic air pushes towards the 小蓝视频 coast from the Interior.
"Currently, there's some confidence in colder conditions. However, the details are not super clear on how low the temperatures will go along the coast," he said.
Sunrise & sunset
on Jan. 13 is at 8:06 a.m. Sunset today will be at 4:38 p.m.
Moon phase
It is a full moon tonight, folks!
The moon's illumination is currently 99.88 %.
It is currently located in the constellation of Gemini, according to
Moonrise is at 4:14 p.m.; moonset is at 8:32 a.m.
小蓝视频 extremes
Yesterday's hot spots in all of 小蓝视频 were, right here in Howe Sound, at Pam Rocks, and White Rock, which both hit a high of 9.7 C, according to
They were also the hotspots in all of Canada.
(The high in Squamish yesterday was 7.2 C.)
The coldest spot in 小蓝视频 on Jan. 12 was Cranbrook Airport, which saw a high of -16.2 C.
Today's hot spot in 小蓝视频 is slated to be Cumshewa Island (in Haida Gwaii), which could reach 9.2 C.
The coldest spot in the province is predicted to be Puntzi Mountain (near Williams Lake), which could see a low of -15.9 today.
Tides
Today, low tide is at 11:36 a.m. (height: 3.78 metres); High tide today is at 3:37 p.m. (4.3 m), according to .
The final tide, a low tide, will be at 11:17 p.m. (0.43 m).
Seawater temp
According to , the seawater temperature in Howe Sound today is 7.5 C.
Seawater temperature in Howe Sound is expected to drop to 6.5 C in the next 10 days.
The sea salinity in Howe Sound is 27.32‰ (parts per thousand), and the average salinity of the World Ocean is 35‰.
Avalanche Forecast
According to , today, the alpine rating is considerable, the treeline rating is moderate, and the below treeline rating is moderate.
Known problems include and
What does considerable mean on the avalanche rating?
"Considerable is the third of five levels on the avalanche danger scale. Under considerable danger, natural avalanches are possible and human-triggered ones are likely," reads the Avalanche Canada definition.
The advice for today from avalog.co is:
"Solar input and rising temperatures in the alpine may trigger a natural avalanche cycle on solar slopes. Avoid steep, rocky, wind-affected areas where triggering slabs is more likely," reads the listing.
- Be alert to conditions that change with elevation and sun exposure.
- A moist or wet snow surface, pinwheeling, and natural avalanches are all indicators of a weakening snowpack.
- Limit exposure to steep, sun exposed slopes, especially when the solar radiation is strong.
- Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when travelling on or below ridges.
Sea to Sky Gondola conditions
The is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, with the last download at 6 p.m.
Grooming:
*Backcountry Access Road to Upper Shannon Creek bridge (3km return): Last Groomed : Jan. 12.
Grooming starts from lodge.
*Sky Pilot Valley Trail (5km return): Last Groomed : Jan. 12.
109 cm of snow at the snow groomer turnaround at 1,050 m. 6 cm new snow over the last 24 hrs.
Swap your tote?
If you want to change the size (and thus the price) of your trash and/or organics tote, you are bumping up against some yearly deadlines with the District.
Here are the muni's deadlines for changing your tote and organics collection service:
• Jan. 31, 2025 (NEW) : Add a second organics collection container for 2025.
• Oct. 31, 2025: Change the size of your garbage tote for 2026.
• Upsize your recycling tote from medium to large (no additional cost for the larger tote, but a $50 exchange fee applies).
Find out much more
Events to note
There's always something going on in this town. Here's a couple of events that stood out to us for this week.
Jan. 15, there's Speed Dating (30+) at Trickster's Hideout, 38005 Cleveland Ave. from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
"Cuffing season is here, and Trickster’s Hideout is bringing the heat with our Save The Date Speed Dating Spectacular for the 30+ crowd. Bundle up, grab your $10 ticket, and get ready for a cosy evening of laughter, connections, and maybe even love. Plus, every ticket comes with a chance to win a Trickster’s Hideout gift card—perfect for your next date night," reads the listing.
Jan. 17, also at Trickster's Hideout, there's Squamish Comedy Classic: Jokers Canada, from 6 p.m. to 9 a.m.
"Please arrive 30 minutes before showtime! Jokers Canada is bringing pro headliners and Canada’s best touring comics to Trickster’s Hideout. All previous Jokers Canada events have sold out. This event is a pro stand-up comedy showcase with some of Canada’s best comics," reads the listing.
There are many more events coming up; go to our online events calendar to see them all! Want a possible shout-out in our daily report? Load your event into our free calendar by clicking "Create an event."
Winter tires
Don't forget, since Oct. 1, winter tires or chains are required on the Sea to Sky Highway. It is the law.
"Passenger vehicles and light trucks need to use tires that have the three-peaked mountain and snowflake symbol or 'M+S' on the sidewall. This applies to two-wheel, all-wheel, and four-wheel drive vehicles. The tires need to be in good condition and have a tread depth of at least 3.5 mm (5/32”)," reads the site.
"Designated winter tires are your best option for staying safe in winter conditions. We recommend using a set of four matched winter tires with the three-peaked mountain and snowflake symbol."
The tires must stay on through to March 31. Not having proper winter tires or chains can earn drivers a fine of $121.
Driving issues to note:
• Parking on select streets in Squamish is now restricted to one side only, until March 1, 2025.
"This ensures snow plows and emergency vehicles can safely navigate during winter conditions," says the District.
"Vehicles parking on the No Parking side of the street may be ticketed and towed at any time to ensure community safety. The fine for impeding snow removal is $250."
Affected streets:
- Hemlock Avenue - Cedar Drive to Spruce Drive
- Chestnut Avenue - Cedar Drive to Spruce Drive
- Fir Street - Pine Drive to Spruce Dr.
- Third Avenue - Pemberton Avenue to Winnipeg Street (No parking on East side); Pemberton Avenue to Vancouver Street (No parking on West side)
- Fourth Avenue - Winnipeg Street to Main Street (No parking on West side)
- Fifth Avenue - Winnipeg Street to Main Street. (No parking on West side)
- Sixth Avenue - Entire street. (No parking on West side)
- Eaglewind Boulevard - No perimeter parking near the roundabout at the end of Pemberton Avenue
- Edgewater Drive - Government Road to Edgewater Crescent (No parking on East side)
- Edgewater Crescent - Entire street. (No parking on the outside perimeter of the Crescent)
- No Name Road - Entire street. (No parking on East side)
- Brothers Place - Entire street. (No parking on South side)
- Britannia Avenue - Magee Street to Buckley Avenue. (No parking on East side)
- Harris Road - Government Road to cul-de-sac (No parking on South side)
- Hope Road - Depot Road to Axen Road (No parking on East side)
- Diamond Road- Tantalus Road to Garibaldi Way. No parking on North side.
- Diamond Head Road - Garibaldi Way to Mamquam Road- No parking on West side.
- Glacier View Drive - Entire street. No parking on the outside perimeter.
To find out more, go to: .
Issues to note on the highway
•No events noted for the Sea to Sky today!
Gas prices
In Squamish today, regular gas is going for 164.9 cents per litre at the Squamish Valley Gas Bar, located at 9001 Valley Dr.
In Whistler, you can fill up for 165.9/L at most stations.
In Pemberton, gas is going for 164.9/L at AC Gas, located at 7432 Prospect St.
The cheapest gas in Vancouver is at the Esso at 5702 Granville St, where you can fill up for 169.9/L,
The cheapest gas in 小蓝视频 can be found in Vernon, where you can fill up for at the Super Save Gas, at 3603 32nd St.
