There is no ice forecast issued for this area.

Warnings (In effect)

Gale warning in effect

Hecate Strait - southern half

Issued 10:30 AM PDT 27 April 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 10:30 AM PDT 27 April 2026 Today Tonight and Tuesday At 10:30 a.m. PDT today ridge located west of Bowie.
By 10:30 a.m. PDT Tuesday ridge located on a line north-south over
Haida Gwaii.

At 9:30 p.m. PDT Tuesday frontal system located southwest of Bowie.
By 10:30 a.m. PDT Wednesday approaching frontal system located
northwest of Bowie.

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Marine Weather Statement

Issued 10:28 AM PDT 27 April 2026 Strong to gale force northwesterly winds persist today and this
evening as a ridge of high pressure west of Bowie begins to slowly
move east towards Haida Gwaii.

Westerly gale force winds through Juan de Fuca Strait are expected to
redevelop this evening and subside by early Tuesday morning.