There is no ice forecast issued for this area.

Warnings (In effect)

Gale warning in effect

Explorer - northwestern half

Issued 9:30 PM PDT 25 March 2026

'Gale' force winds of 34 to 47 knots are occurring or expected to occur in this marine area. Watch for updated statements. Please refer to the latest marine forecasts for further details and continue to monitor the situation through Canadian Coast Guard radio or Weatheradio stations.

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Technical Marine Synopsis

Issued 9:30 PM PDT 25 March 2026 Tonight and Thursday At 9:30 p.m. PDT tonight low located over northern Bowie.
By 9:30 p.m. PDT Thursday cold front from low located from the
Central Coast to Explorer.

At 9:30 p.m. PDT tonight ridge located southwest of Explorer.
By 9:30 p.m. PDT Thursday quasi-stationary ridge located over
southern Vancouver Island.

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Marine Weather Statement

Issued 9:16 PM PDT 25 March 2026 A broad low over Northern Bowie will strengthen and shift south by
Thursday. Gale force southwesterly winds will persist over central
and northern waters through Thursday and into Thursday evening.

Additionally, with the unstable weather pattern, there is the risk of
thunderstorms for most of the central and northern waters, including
western and Northern Vancouver Island, this evening and into Thursday
morning.