Sunshine Coast offers coastal rainforests meeting rugged shorelines in quaint communities where adventurers can connect with nature.

On Tuesday, an atmospheric river broke weather records across southwestern BC, prompting Environment Canada to issue wind warnings in some exposed areas ranging from northern Vancouver Island to Bella Coola. Expect strong winds with gusts up to 120 km per hour in these exposed locations.

Weather

The Sunshine Coast is an outdoor adventure paradise, boasting beaches, parks, trails and rugged coastline to discover. Sheltered between Howe Sound in the southeast and Desolation Sound in the northwest, it serves as a gateway to the backcountry and offers various outdoor pursuits. The coastal climate features mild winters with wet periods followed by warm dry summers – layering clothing is key – you should be able to add or shed layers as temperature conditions change quickly – layering is especially key in spring; during other seasons rain jackets with comfortable shoes & socks should also be essential items on any adventure in this part of British Columbia! This area is home to three First Nations groups: Tla’amin, Shishalh & Skwxw7mesh First Nations communities who reside here!

Wind and wave forecast are created using GFS model.

Temperatures

The Sunshine Coast features a diverse variety of microclimates, leading to highly variable weather between neighboring cities and communities. To stay informed and take control of their own destiny, it’s vital that people use an updated local weather service like Weatherhood’s free app which offers near real-time information for your neighborhood, updated every 15 minutes.

An accurate weather forecast can make the difference between packing for an enjoyable hike in Skookumchuck Narrows Park or having to cancel outdoor plans at Bonniebrook Beach due to rain. An accurate weather forecast also helps inform decisions such as layering clothing quickly drying fabrics such as wools and synthetics; and remembering colder climate essentials like gloves!

Rainfall

The Sunshine Coast’s mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers make it the ideal place for outdoor adventures. Situated at the southeast edge of Vancouver Island, its borders include Howe Sound in the south and Desolation Sound in the north.

The Coast of British Columbia enjoys the rainshadow effect from Vancouver Island’s Coast Mountains, providing more sun as you head up the Coast. Pender Harbour is the sunniest location while Richmond remains the wettest.

Environment Canada River Forecast Centre has issued flood watches in response to this year’s wet weather, especially on West Vancouver Island, Howe Sound and parts of Sea-to-Sky region as well as Fraser Valley. Heavy rainfall or snowmelt led them to place floodwatches for areas, as well as rising stream levels on rivers and tributaries, thus prompting flood watches in these regions. It is advised to pack an umbrella, waterproof jacket and layers when travelling to Sunshine Coast with quick drying fabrics being an absolute necessity.

Wind

Sunshine mixed with some cloudy periods will dominate this afternoon’s sky near 72F, with light and variable winds.

CBC Weather can be found daily on regional nightly newscasts as well as CBC Connect.

CBC weather forecasts are updated four times each day using the GFS model and include detailed information regarding wind speed, direction and wave height/period. Wind and wave data is especially essential when participating in water sports like windsurfing, sailing, kite surfing etc. CBC forecasts were specifically created with these activities in mind and serve as an invaluable tool when preparing for adventures involving these activities – such as having waterproof gear ready in case conditions turn wetter than expected!