Good Friday to you, Squamish!
says we will see clearing this afternoon.
We will see a high of 19 C and a low down to 7 C overnight.
Humidity will hit % today, meaning that is the percentage of water vapour in the atmosphere.
Tonight, there will be a few clouds, with increasing cloudiness before morning.
Looking ahead
says the weekend will be mostly dry thanks to high pressure, with the exception of possible showers on Saturday through early Sunday from a weak disturbance.
Temperatures will be between 17-15 C for highs and 7-5 C for lows.
Monday is looking OK, for ; it is expected to be sunny, with a high of 16 C.
Depot open!
The new 樱桃视频DOX recycle depot is finally open.
The Recycling Depot opened yesterday at 40446 Government Road.
It is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
"This new facility will offer the residents of 樱桃视频and the surrounding areas a more convenient and efficient way for residents to manage their recyclables, making it easier than ever to contribute to our community's sustainability efforts," reads the Recycle BC Post.
Spit Road closure
With kiting season over, the 樱桃视频Training Berm (Spit Road), will now be closed until Nov. 15, as 樱桃视频River Watershed Society (SRWS) crews install a third large fish-friendly box culvert.
"This feature will replace the current undersized culvert, which will improve fish access and allow freshwater to transfer into the central estuary channel from the Squamish River," reads a SRWS post.
The work is part of the .
Sunrise & sunset
on Sept. 27 was at 7:08 a.m. Sunset today will be at 6:58 p.m. (Back dark after dinner, folks!)
Moon phase
The moon is in its waning crescent phase.
The moon's illumination is currently 22.6%, meaning that is the percentage of the moon illuminated by the sun.
The moon is currently 24.87 days "old" and located in the constellation of Gemini, according to
Moonrise is at 1:19 a.m.; moonset is at 5:36 p.m.
Tides
Low tide today was at 8:20 a.m. (height: 1.44 metres); the next low tide today is at 4:18 p.m. (height: 4.46 m), according to .
The final low tide is at 10:26 p.m. (height: 3.2m).
Seawater temp
According to , the water temperature in Howe Sound today is 14.4 C.
Based on our historical data over a period of 10 years, the warmest water in this day in Howe Sound was recorded in 2022 and was 14.9 C, and the coldest was recorded in 2008 at 13.2 C.
The seawater temperature in Howe Sound is expected to drop to 12.8 C in the next 10 days.
The September average water temperature in Howe Sound is 15.6 C, the minimum temperature is 12.4 C, and the maximum is 20.3 C.
The sea salinity in Howe Sound is 27.32‰, while the average salinity of the World Ocean is 35‰.
Events to note
There's always something going on in this town. Here are some events that stand out to us:
•Tonight, catch the Big Fat Comedy Show with Jeremy Meakins at Trickster's Hideout from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
"Squamish’s favourite night of stand-up, The Big Fat Comedy Show, is back with a stacked lineup to get your fall started with some big fat laughs," reads the listing.
•Saturday night, head over to Trickster's Hideout for It’s Our Birthday! 1 Year Anniversary Party, from 7 p.m. to 2 p.m. The venue is located at 38005 Cleveland Avenue.
"Time flies when you’re dancing, drinking, and eating cake! 馃暫馃嵒馃巶 Come help us celebrate ONE YEAR of Tricksters shenanigans," reads the listing.
•Sept. 29, put on your gumboots and head to 樱桃视频Rivers Day, 2024, starting at 1000 Midnight Way, Brackendale. The event is on from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
"To honour our beautiful rivers and all the life it brings, we will be planting around the new fish pond at the hatchery. Planting will start at 10 a.m. and we will gather for a BBQ afterwards (~12 p.m.). Limited tours of the hatchery will be available throughout the day," reads the listing.
•Oct. 3, Max Ribner - Resilient Beings will play at 樱桃视频United Church, located at 38014 Fourth Ave, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
"Join us for a beautiful evening of music, song, prayer," 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."
Highway 99 issues to note
•Highway 99, starting Tuesday, Oct, 1, in both directions, between Finch Dr and Industrial Way for 93.7 km (樱桃视频to Pemberton). The work will last until Friday, Oct. 4. There will be a lane closure as crews perform underground utility sweeps. Only one lane will be closed at a time.
Gas prices
The cheapest regular gas in Squamish is going for 168.9 cents per litre today at the 樱桃视频Valley Gas Bar, at 9001 Valley Dr.
In Whistler, you can fill up for 169.9/L at the Chevron, located at 8110 Crazy Canuck Dr.
In Pemby, petrol is going for 172.9/L at most stations.
According to, the least expensive gas today in B.C. is in Vernon, where you can fill up for 147.9/L, at Super Save Gas, located at 3603 32nd St.
